1 Tournose Groschen - Walram of Julich ND (1332-1349) front 1 Tournose Groschen - Walram of Julich ND (1332-1349) back
1 Tournose Groschen - Walram of Julich ND (1332-1349) photo
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1 Tournose Groschen - Walram of Julich ND

 
Silver 3.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Walram of Jülich (Walram von Jülich) (1332-1349)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1332-1349
Value
1 Groschen (12)
Currency
Denier (1000-1350)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.86 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108248
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in two concentric circles; cross pattée.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+XPC: VICIT: XPC REGNAT: XPE: IMPAT
+MONETA TVRCIEN

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Tournose Groschen - Walram of Julich ND (1332-1349) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which represents the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a bust of Walram, the Count of Julich, who was a prominent figure in the region during the 14th century. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex cultural and religious landscape of medieval Europe.