© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Blanc - John II and Blanche I ND
| Billon | 2.83 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Navarre |
|---|---|
| King | John II (1425-1479) |
| Queen | Blanche I (1425-1441) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1425-1446 |
| Value | 1 Blanc (1 Blanca) (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#123829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Interesting fact
The Blanc coin featuring John II and Blanche I of Navarre is notable for its unique design, featuring both king and queen on the same side, with the king depicted holding a sword and the queen holding a scepter. This coin was minted during a time of great change in Europe, as the Hundred Years' War between England and France was ongoing, and the Kingdom of Navarre was seeking to maintain its independence.
