1 Groat "Halve Botdrager" - Louis II ND
| Silver (Silver) | 2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | County of Flanders (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis II of Male (1346-1384) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1368-1370 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Silver (Silver) |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#94859 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Long cross dividing legend
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
monETA FLADRIE
BEИEDICT' ⋮ Q' ⋮ VEИIT ⋮ I ⋮ ИOmiИE ⋮ DI'
Lettering (regular font):
MONETA FLADRIE
BENEDICT' ⋮ Q' ⋮ VENIT ⋮ I ⋮ NOMINE ⋮ DI'
Unabridged legend: Benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini
Translation:
Money of Flanders
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord
Comment
Also named Demi-Botdrager.Literature: Gaillard 227
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat "Halve Botdrager" coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the County of Flanders. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis II, who was the Count of Flanders from 1368 to 1370. During this period, the County of Flanders was experiencing significant economic growth and trade, particularly in the textile industry. The coin's design, which features a shield with the coat of arms of the County of Flanders, symbolizes the region's growing prosperity and influence. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, further highlights the region's economic importance during this time.
