© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1⁄3 Groat - William II of Avesnes ND
| Billon | 1.2 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William II (1337-1345) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1337-1345 |
| Value | ⅓ Groat |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#314993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend, a leaf in each angle of the cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: GCO MES hAI OnI
Unabridged legend: Gulielmus comes Hanoniae
Translation: William, Count of Hainaut
Comment
This 1/3 groat imitates the 1/3 groat of Louis of Nevers of Flanders, giving it an estimated date range 1342-1343Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1/3 Groat coin from County of Hainaut (French States) is that it was minted during the reign of William II of Avesnes, who was a powerful nobleman in the 14th century. He was Count of Hainaut, Count of Holland, and Count of Zeeland, and this coin was likely used as a means of exchange and trade within his territories. Despite being made of billon, a copper and silver alloy, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
