© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
2 Groots "Plak" - Reinoud IV ND
| Silver | 2 g |
| Issuer | Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Reginald IV (1402-1423) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1394-1402 |
| Value | 1 Plaque (Plak) (2) |
| Currency | Groot (1046-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#317977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long footed cross with (eerlo) – (orst) – (lsteren) – (obroek) in the corners
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnETA: nOVA VEnRADEnSIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA: NOVA VENRADENSIS
Translation: New Money of Venray
Comment
Jülich translates to Dutch as Gulik.Coat of arms of Jülich (Source: Wikipedia)
Interesting fact
The Reinoud IV Plak coin from the Duchy of Guelders is notable for its unique design, which features a stylized image of a lion on the obverse (front) side, and a shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy on the reverse (back) side. The lion image is believed to symbolize the strength and power of the Duchy, while the shield represents the unity and solidarity of its people. The coin's design was likely influenced by the artistic styles popular during the late medieval period in Europe, and it remains a fascinating example of early numismatic art.
