© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Groat or Lion - William VI ND
1411 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | County of Holland (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William VI of Bavaria (1404-1417) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1411 |
| Value | 1 Groat (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#358223 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing legend. Bavarian arms lions alternate in the angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MONT ⋮ NOVA ⋮ HOLAD' ⋮ Z ⋮ 3ELA
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Hollandiae et Zelandiae
Translation: New coinage of Holland and Zeeland
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat or Lion coin from County of Holland (Dutch States) made of Silver weighing 3.1g is that it features a unique design, with a lion on one side and a shield with the coat of arms of Holland on the other. This design was used to symbolize the power and strength of the Dutch States during the reign of William VI in the early 15th century.
