© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Groats "Braspenning" - Philip the Good ND
| Silver | 4.04 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Good (1419-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1421-1433 |
| Value | 2 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.04 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#98067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattee with alternating lions and lilies in the angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONETA ⋮ NOVA ⋮ COMITIS ⋮ FLANDRIE.
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA ⋮ NOVA ⋮ COMITIS ⋮ FLANDRIE.
Translation: New coinage of the County of Flanders
Comment
Ref.: Deschamp de Pas. Lam. XX -41Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Groats "Braspenning" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Burgundy and Count of Flanders from 1421 to 1433. This coin was used in the Burgundian Netherlands, which is now part of modern-day Belgium. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Its weight of 4.04 grams also makes it a notable piece among coins of its era.
