© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Groat - John III Brabant castle ND
1337 year| Silver | 3.95 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John III (1312-1355) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1337 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Short cross pattee, surrounded by two legends.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ BNDICTV : SIT : NOME : DNI: NRI : DEI : IHV : XPI
✠+ IOh x BRABAn'x DVX
Unabridged legend:
Benedictum Sit Nomen Domini Nostri Dei Ihesu Christi
Johannes Brabantie Dux
Translation:
Blessed be the name of our Lord God, Jesus Christ
John, Duke of Brabant
Comment
The gros of Jean III is distinguished from that of his father and grandfather by the leaves in the circles/arcs around the border obverse.The gros of Jean I has three pellets in each circle (and was only minted in Brussels) and Jean II contains fleur-de-lis in the circles.
Interesting fact
The 1 Groat coin from the Duchy of Brabant, featuring John III (Brabant castle) and minted in 1337, was made of silver and weighed 3.95 grams. Despite its relatively small size, this coin was an important part of the local economy during its time, as it was widely used for everyday transactions. Its design and mintage also reflect the rich history and cultural heritage of the region, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
