© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Groat "Jangelaar" - Philip the Bold ND
| Billon (.412 silver) | 1.92 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Bold (1384-1404) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1386-1387 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.412 silver) |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#98013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross dividing legend. Letters in corners of cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ SIT . nomE ⋮ DnI BEnEDICTVm
FLĀD'
Lettering (regular font):
✠ SIT . NOME ⋮ DNI BENEDICTVM
FLĀD'
Unabridged legend:
Sit nomen Domini benedictum.
Flandria.
Translation:
Sit nomen Domini benedictum. Flandria.
Blessed be the name of the Lord. Flanders.
Comment
Ref: Deschamp de Pas. Lam. VII, 14
Interesting fact
The 1 Groat "Jangelaar" coin from Burgundian Netherlands features a unique design element - a small angel holding a shield with the coat of arms of Flanders, which is a nod to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
