© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
2 Groats - Philip ND
| Silver | 4.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Counties of Ligny and Saint-Pol (Saint-Pol, French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip (1415-1430) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1415-1430 |
| Value | 2 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#387907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattee with alternating lions and lilies in the angles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnET nOV COMITIS LINEI ET SCTI PAVLI
Lettering (regular font): MONET NOV COMITIS LINEI ET SCTI PAVLI
Translation: New coinage of the Counties of Ligny and Saint-Pol.
Interesting fact
The 2 Groats coin from the Counties of Ligny and Saint-Pol, minted during the reign of Philip ND (1415-1430), features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the issuing authority, the coin bears an image of a hunting scene, depicting a nobleman on horseback, accompanied by a pack of hunting dogs and a bird in flight. This unique design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and adds to its numismatic interest.
