1 Groat - William V of Bavaria (shield) ND (1388) front 1 Groat - William V of Bavaria (shield) ND (1388) back
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1 Groat - William V of Bavaria shield ND

1388 year
Silver 2.3 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Holland (Dutch States)
Count
William V of Bavaria (1354-1388)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1388
Value
1 Groat (Groot)
Currency
Groot (-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.3 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#386560
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée dividing inner legend.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering:
✠ BnDICTV : SIT : nOmE : DnI : nRI : IhV : XPI
MOnETA hOLAnD

Lettering (regular font):
✠ BNDICTV : SIT : NOME : DNI : NRI : IHV : XPI
MONETA HOLAND

Unabridged legend:
Benedict Qui Venit In Nomine Domini Nosri Iesu Christi
Moneta Holandiae

Translation:
Blessed who comes in the name of our lord Jesus Christ
Coinage of Holland

Comment

Grolle 17.10.1

Interesting fact

The 1 Groat coin from County of Holland (Dutch States) featuring William V of Bavaria (shield) ND (1388) is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a shield with the coat of arms of Bavaria, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Holland. This design reflects the political alliance between Bavaria and Holland during the time of William V's rule.