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2 Groot "Kromstaart" - Theoderic II van Bronckhorst-Batenburg ND
1432 year| Billon | 2.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Anholt (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1432 |
| Value | 2 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1335-1506) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long simple cross with four letters between its arms. Latin text between beaded circles surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+ MOnETA ⵓ DE ⵓ BATEnBG nOVA
A n B R
Lettering (regular font):
+ MONETA ⵓ DE ⵓ BATENBG NOVA
A N B R
Unabridged legend:
Moneta Nova de Batenburgensis
Anholt Bronkhorst
Translation: New Money of Batenburg
Comment
This subtype differs most from the other in the reverse legend (see link).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "2 Groot Kromstaart" coin is that it features a unique design element - a curved tail on the reverse side, which is said to resemble a "kromstaart" or "crooked tail" in Dutch. This distinctive feature was added to the coin's design to prevent counterfeiting and to make it easily recognizable as a legitimate coin.
