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1⁄2 Groat "Eskielois" - William I of Avesnes ND
| Silver | 1.95 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William I (1304-1337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1312-1313 |
| Value | 1⁄2 Groat (½) |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.95 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#315565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée surrounded by double legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✠ In ⋮ nOMInE ⋮ DnI ⋮ DEI ⋮ nRI ⋮ FAC ⋮ SVM
✠ GVILLELM' COMES
Translation:
In the name of Our Lord God made ...
Count William
Comment
Known as a demi-gros au monogramme or demi-gros eskielois.Chalon 48 is a variant which is missing the word DEI in the reverse legend:
Copyright @Jean Elsen et ses Fils
Interesting fact
The coat of arms on the 1/2 Groat "Eskielois" coin features a shield with three rows of three eagles, symbolizing the coat of arms of William I of Avesnes, Count of Hainaut.
