© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1 Groshen - Petru II Mușat ND
| Silver | 0.93 g | - |
| Issuer | Moldavia (Moldavia and Wallachia) |
|---|---|
| Voivode | Peter II Mușat (1375-1391) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1375-1391 |
| Value | 1 Groschen |
| Currency | Groat (1375-1665) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.93 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#122385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Coat of arms, a split shield, left three bars; right 7 fleurs de lys (lilies). Pearled ring around.
Lettering: + SI MOLDAVIESI :
Translation: SI(gillum) MOLDAVIE(n)SI(s) = seal of Moldavia
Comment
Struck during the reign of Voivode Petru II Muşat [1375-1391]. Son of Muşata (Margaret) and grandson of Bogdan I, the founder of Moldavia. He struck silver Groschen (Groat, "gros" or "groș" in the local language), and half Groschen coins which are much rarer.Interesting fact
The 1 Groshen coin from Moldavia (Moldavia and Wallachia) made of Silver weighing 0.93 g was minted during the reign of Petru II Mușat (1375-1391). It's interesting to note that Petru II Mușat was a prominent figure in Moldavian history, known for his military campaigns against the Golden Horde and his efforts to strengthen the Moldavian state. The coin itself is a testament to the economic and cultural development of Moldavia during this time period.
