© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Groats "Rose Cup" - William II ND
| Silver | 3.7 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Namur (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William II (Willem II) (1391-1418) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1391-1418 |
| Value | 2 Gros |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with rampant lion to left, atop a floriate cross, with two snakes or dragons standing out from each branch.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MOnETA : nOVA : COMES : nAMVRCENSIS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA : NOVA : COMES : NAMVRCENSIS
Translation: New coinage of the County of Namur.
Comment
Probably struck around the same time as the double gros roosbeker struck by Joanna of Brabant in 1392-1393.Sometimes also attributed to the late years of William I.
Interesting fact
The 2 Groats "Rose Cup" coin from the County of Namur (Belgian States) is interesting because it features a unique design element - a small cup-shaped rose on the reverse side, which is said to represent the county's coat of arms.
