© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Groat "Vierlander" - Philip the Good ND
| Billon (.479 silver) (or .399) | 1.70 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip II the Good (1430-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1434-1467 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.479 silver) (or .399) |
| Weight | 1.70 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#97956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +MONET-A: NOVA:DUC:BRABA
Lettering (regular font): +MONET-A: NOVA:DUC:BRABA
Comment
Silver groat or 'Vierlander' (4 countries)Introduced by Order of January 23, 1434
Struck between 1434 - 1436 in Brussels (1.70 gr., 0.479 fine) and 1466-1467 in Leuven (1.76 gr. 0.399 fine.)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat "Vierlander" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Brabant from 1434 to 1467. This coin was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, and it weighs 1.70 grams. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the coin still features a beautiful design, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the minting process during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1434-1436) | 31208 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1466-1467) | 120384 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Groat "Vierlander" - Philip the Good ND (1434-1467) coin.
