© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
4 Sterlings "Silver Lion" - Louis II de Male ND
1366 year| Silver (.640) | 2.82 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Flanders (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis II of Male (1346-1384) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1366 |
| Value | 4 Sterlings (4⁄3) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Silver (.640) |
| Weight | 2.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short floriate cross inside double legends
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+ MONETA (clover) FLANDRIE
+ BEnEDICT: QVI: VEnIT: In: nOMInE: DOmInI
(punctuation by triple dots)
Lettering (regular font):
+ MONETA (CLOVER) FLANDRIE
+ BENEDICT: QVI: VENIT: IN: NOMINE: DOMINI
(PUNCTUATION BY TRIPLE DOTS)
Translation:
Coinage of Flanders
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord
Comment
The 2 sterling and 4 sterling denominations were issued briefly in 1366 when the large 2 groot met de leeuw (plak) coin with the same design began its issue.The precise numbers of each that were struck is unknown. Mint records state that 963 marks of silver (about 235 kg) were used for both types, so the numbers for each were likely in the high tens of thousands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Silver Lion" coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. Despite this, the County of Flanders, where the coin was minted, managed to maintain its independence and economic prosperity, which is reflected in the coin's high silver content and detailed craftsmanship.
