1 Groat "with Helmet" - Mathilda ND (1371-1379) front 1 Groat "with Helmet" - Mathilda ND (1371-1379) back
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1 Groat "with Helmet" - Mathilda ND

 
Silver 2.1 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States)
Duchess
Mathilda (1371-1379)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1371-1379
Value
1 Groschen (Groot)
Currency
Groot (1046-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#359483
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriate cross inside circle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ MONETA • DE HWSCIENSIS

Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA • DE HWSCIENSIS

Translation: Coinage of Huissen

Interesting fact

The 1 Groat "with Helmet" coin from the Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) made of Silver weighing 2.1 g is interesting because it features a unique design element - a helmet on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This helmet is believed to represent the helmet of the Duchy of Guelders, and it's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era.