© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Mite - John of Pyrmont Metz type ND
| Copper | 0.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Reckem (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John IV of Pyrmont (Johann IV von Pyrmont) (1506-1522) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1506-1522 |
| Value | 1 Mite (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#397643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long footed cross dividing innner circle and legend, a star in each corner.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnETA RE
Lettering (regular font): MONETA RE
Translation: Coinage of Reckheim.
Comment
Like many coins of Reckheim, the design imitates a foreign coin, one of the City of Metz (see link below).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mite coin from the Lordship of Reckem is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the County of Mark, which was a territory in the Holy Roman Empire. This shield is located on the obverse side of the coin, surrounded by the inscription "IOHANNES DE PYRMONT". This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same denomination and time period, making it a distinctive and interesting piece for collectors.