© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Mijt - Konrad II van Schoonvorst ND
| Copper | 0.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Elsloo (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Conrad II of Schönforst (Konrad II van Schoonvorst) (1403-1448) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1403-1448 |
| Value | 2 Mites (Mijten) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#380386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with letter E in center. Legend within pearled circles surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ MONE NOVA: DE: ELS'
E
Lettering (regular font):
✠ MONE NOVA: DE: ELS'
E
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova de Elsloo
Translation: New Money of Elsloo
Comment
This coin is a copy of a brûlé of Jan van Heinsberg (Fr. Jean de Heinsberg), bishop of Liège/Luik (see link).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mijt coin featuring Konrad II van Schoonvorst is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Dutch States. The coin was issued in the 15th century, a period marked by political instability and conflict between the various regions that made up the Dutch States. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region.