© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Penny - John I Regency Adelaide of Burgundy ND
| Silver | 0.53 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Regent | Adelaide of Burgundy (1261-1268) |
| Duke | John I the Victorious (1267-1294) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1261-1267 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Penning) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.53 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#348891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Brabant cross, letters of moneyer's name in the corners.
Script: Latin
Lettering: B A S T
Comment
The obverse lettering differentiates this type from the earlier Leuven penny of Henry II/III (see link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the regency of Adelaide of Burgundy, who was the wife of John I, Duke of Brabant, and served as regent for their son, Henry III, who was only a child at the time. Adelaide played an important role in the governance of the Duchy of Brabant, and her regency saw the introduction of new coinage, such as this penny, which was made of silver and weighed 0.53 grams.
