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1 Groat "Floerken" - William I ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | William I (1379-1402) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1382-1388 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1046-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#363188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short flowered cross inside circle, not intersecting legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA x DE x AERNEMENSIS
Translation: Coinage of Arnhem
Comment
William acceded to the throne of Guelders in 1371 at the age of 7, and reached his full majority in 1377.When his father, William II Duke of Julich, died in 1393, the crowns of Guelders and Julich became united in a personal union under WIllem (who was WIlliam III of Julich). This coin is from the part of his reign before this union, and has been estimated to have been issued about 1390.
Interesting fact
The 1 Groat "Floerken" coin from the Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) made of Silver is interesting because it was issued during the reign of William I, also known as William of Orange, who was a prominent leader during the Dutch Revolt against the Spanish Empire. The coin's design features a unique image of a woman, known as "Floerken," who is believed to represent the personification of the province of Guelders. The use of a female figure on a coin was uncommon during that time period, making this coin a distinctive and fascinating piece of numismatic history.
