1 Turnose "Groschen Tournois" - William II ND (1361-1393) front 1 Turnose "Groschen Tournois" - William II ND (1361-1393) back
1 Turnose "Groschen Tournois" - William II ND (1361-1393) photo
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1 Turnose "Groschen Tournois" - William II ND

 
Silver 3.54 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Jülich (Jülich, German States)
Duke
William II (Wilhelm II) (1361-1393)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1361-1393
Value
1 Tournosegroschen (12)
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.54 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#195195
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Symbol of Tours, 12 lillies in brackets surrounding.

Lettering: +TVRONVS CIVIS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Groschen Tournois" coin is that it was used as a means of payment in the Duchy of Jülich and other German states during the 14th century, indicating its significance in the economic and trade history of the region.