5 Groats (Gerona,lozenge) 1641 front 5 Groats (Gerona,lozenge) 1641 back
5 Groats (Gerona,lozenge) 1641 photo
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5 Groats Gerona,lozenge

1641 year
Silver (.931) 12 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States)
King
Louis XIII of France (1641-1643)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1641
Value
5 Groats (½)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
12 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#110692
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Long cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Lozenge shield in center. Legend around, between beaded circles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CIVITAS GERVNDE 1641

Translation: City of Gerona

Interesting fact

The 5 Groats coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Silver (.931) weighing 12 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the Catalan Revolt (1640-1652) against the Spanish monarchy, and it was used as a symbol of Catalan independence.