2 Groot "Plak" - Edward ND (1361-1371) front 2 Groot "Plak" - Edward ND (1361-1371) back
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2 Groot "Plak" - Edward ND

 
Silver 3.2 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States)
Duke
Edward (1361-1371)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1361-1371
Value
2 Groschen (Groot)
Currency
Groot (1046-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.2 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#317968
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short floriate cross with double legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BENEDICTVS:QVI: VENIT:IN:NOMINE: DOMINI:
✠ MONETA ♣ ARNEMENSIS

Translation:
Blessed who comes in the name of the Lord
Money of Arnhem

Comment

This coin is known both as a "Double Groot", "Double Groat" (Dutch: Dubbele Groot) or plaque (Dutch: Plak). Also, the Dutch terms 'Boddrager' or 'Botdrager' are used.

Reverse legend variants ARNEMENSIS, ARNIMENSIS and DE ARNIMEN are known.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "2 Groot Plak" coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Duchy of Guelders. The coin was issued during the reign of Edward ND (1361-1371), who was a powerful and influential ruler in the region. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1361-1371)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Groot "Plak" - Edward ND (1361-1371) coin.