© Comptoir des Monnaies
© Comptoir des Monnaies
2 Groats "with Eagle" - Albert of Bavaria ND
| Silver | 3.3 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Albert of Bavaria (1389-1404) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1389-1404 |
| Value | 2 Groats |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short floriate cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MOnETA ⁑ nOVA ⁑ FACTA ⁑ In ⁑ VALENChENIS
Translation: New coinage made in Valenciennes
Comment
The 2 groat denomination was also called a plaque in this era in the Low Countries.Weight is variable, ranging from about 3.1 to 3.4 grams
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Groats "with Eagle" - Albert of Bavaria ND (1389-1404) from County of Hainaut (French States) made of Silver weighing 3.3 g is that it features an eagle on one side, which was a symbol of power and strength in medieval times.
