© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Groats "Botdrager" - Antoine of Burgundy ND
| Billon (.409 silver) | 3.86 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Anthony (1406-1415) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1410-1411 |
| Value | 2 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.409 silver) |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#104038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee, intersecting legends, over a quartered shield of Burgundy.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA DVX BRABANTIE ET LIMB
Lettering (regular font): MONETA DVX BRABANTIE ET LIMB
Translation: Coinage of the Duchy of Brabant and Limburg
Comment
THis type differs from the earlier type (see link) by the mint name in the exergue obverse. According to de Witte, it was specifed at a slightly lower silver content, 5 deniers and 3 grains (0.409), and struck at Leuven between January 30, 1410 and march 31, 1411.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Groats "Botdrager" coin is that it features an image of Antoine of Burgundy, who was also known as Antoine de Bourgogne, and was a member of the House of Valois-Burgundy. He played an important role in the history of the region, serving as the Duke of Brabant and Limburg from 1406 until his death in 1415. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains silver, also make it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1410-1411) | 1645020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Groats "Botdrager" - Antoine of Burgundy ND (1410-1411) coin.
