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© Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
Denier - John I Nancy; shield ND
| Billon | 0.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John I (1346-1390) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1372-1389 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#316370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Downward pointing sword that intersects legends flanked by two rosettes.
Script: Latin
Lettering: mOnETA · D E · nAnCEI
Translation: Coinage of Nancy.
Comment
Similar design to the contemporaneous Groshen with eagle (see reference).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Duchy of Lorraine. The coin was minted during the reign of John I, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1372 to 1389. During this time, the duchy was facing economic and political challenges, including conflicts with neighboring territories and the impact of the Black Death. Despite these challenges, the minting of this coin suggests that the duchy was still able to maintain some level of economic activity and stability.
