© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Griffins - John of Bavaria ND
1389 year| Silver | 3.8 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | John of Bavaria (1389-1418) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1389 |
| Value | 2 Groats |
| Currency | Gros (1274-1456) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#308243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing legend, over quadrilobe with small rampant lion in each lobe. In center, small shield of Bavaria.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONE TA ⁑ NOV A ⁑ LEOD IENCIS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONE TA ⁑ NOV A ⁑ LEOD IENCIS
Translation: New coinage of Liege
Comment
Chestret 288Interesting fact
The 2 Griffins - John of Bavaria ND (1389) coin from the Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) is interesting because it features a unique design, with two griffins on either side of a shield, symbolizing the dual nature of the Prince-Bishopric of Liege, which was both a religious and a secular state.
