2 Groats - Philip the Good ND
| Billon (.479 silver) | 3.4 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip II the Good (1430-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1434-1467 |
| Value | 2 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.479 silver) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée, lion shiedl at center, 2 lilys and 2 lions in the quadrants.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONETA ⵓ NOVA ⵓ DUC ⵓ BRABANT
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA ⵓ NOVA ⵓ DUC ⵓ BRABANT
Unabridged legend: MONETA NOVA DUCATUS BRABANTIAE
Translation: New coinage of the Duchy Brabant
Comment
Silver Double groat or 'Vierlander' (4 countries) divided by cross.Introduced by Order of January 23, 1434
Struck between 1434 and 1467. (1434-1465 poids 3,40 g.; 1466-1467 poids 2,97 g.)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Philip the Good, who was the Duke of Brabant from 1434 to 1467. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize power, which led to the development of a more stable and prosperous Duchy of Brabant. This coin, made of Billon with a small amount of silver, was likely used for everyday transactions and would have been a common sight in the markets and shops of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1434-1437) Bruxelles | 3536872 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ND (1466-1467) Louvain | 509540 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Groats - Philip the Good ND (1434-1467) coin.
