© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Agnel "Mouton d'Or" - Joanna and Wenceslas ND
| Gold | 4.58 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Wenceslaus I of Luxembourg (1355-1383) |
| Duchess | Joanna (1355-1406) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1357-1371 |
| Value | 1 Agnel (50) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.58 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#331639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriate triple cross with rosette in center and fleur-de-lis in the angles, inside polylobe with corners. Eight small fleur-de-lis surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +. XPC' › VINCIT › XPC › REGNAT › XPC › IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): +. XPC' › VINCIT › XPC › REGNAT › XPC › IMPERAT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Agnel "Mouton d'Or" coin is that it was minted during the reign of Joanna and Wenceslas, who were the rulers of the Duchy of Brabant, a region that is now part of Belgium. The coin was made of gold and weighed 4.58 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. The design of the coin featured an image of a lamb, which was a symbol of purity and innocence, and was often used on coins during the Middle Ages. The coin was also adorned with intricate details and patterns, showcasing the craftsmanship of the medieval minting process. Despite its age, the Agnel "Mouton d'Or" coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
