Blanc with four ermines - John V ND (1422-1442) front Blanc with four ermines - John V ND (1422-1442) back
Blanc with four ermines - John V ND (1422-1442) photo
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Blanc with four ermines - John V ND

 
Billon 2.65 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brittany (French States)
Duke
John V (1399-1442)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1422-1442
Value
1 Blanc (1⁄24)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.65 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#34741
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Cross pattée.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ SIT : NOME : DNI : BENEDICTV :

Translation: Blessed be the name of the lord.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the four ermines - which were a symbol of the Duchy of Brittany and represented the duchy's coat of arms.