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© Heritage Auctions Europe
1 Groat - Philip the Handsome lilies, roses reverse ND
| Billon (.320 silver) | 1.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Holland, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1506) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1493-1496 |
| Value | 1 Groat (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.320 silver) |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#313585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend, with two fleur-de-lis and two roses in the angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: BENEDIC+ AIA + MEA + DNO
Lettering (regular font): BENEDIC+ AIA + MEA + DNO
Unabridged legend: Benedictu Anima Mea Domino
Translation: Bless my soul, Lord
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Handsome, who was the Duke of Burgundy and the Count of Holland, and it features a unique reverse design that includes both lilies and roses, which were symbols of the Burgundian and Dutch states, respectively.
