© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
2 Mites - Joanna ND
1384 year| Billon | 1.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duchess | Joanna (1355-1406) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1384 |
| Value | 2 Mites (Mijten) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MOnETA : FLANDRIE
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA : FLANDRIE
Translation:
Moneta Flandriae
Coinage of Flanders
Comment
Issued as part of the monetary union between Brabant and Flanders (Philip the Bold)Interesting fact
The 2 Mites coin from the Duchy of Brabant, which was issued during the reign of Joanna ND (1384), features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin bears an image of a crowned eagle on its obverse side, which was a symbol of the Duchy of Brabant. The eagle is depicted with its wings spread wide, holding a shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy. This design was meant to signify the power and authority of the Duchy and its ruler, Joanna. It's worth noting that the use of a crowned eagle as a symbol of the Duchy of Brabant was not unique to this coin. The eagle was a common motif in the heraldry of the region and was used on many other coins and documents from the time. However, the specific design and execution of the eagle on the 2 Mites coin from Joanna's reign is particularly noteworthy and makes the coin stand out among other coins from the same period.
