© Patrick Bedouet
© Patrick Bedouet
Denier - John III Jugon ND
| Billon | 0.79 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John III (1312-1341) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1312-1341 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.79 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#266456 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with an I in second quarter.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ :BRITANNIE
Translation: ... of Brittany.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John III, also known as John Jugon, who was the Duke of Brittany from 1312 to 1341. This coin is a rare example of a denier coin minted during his reign, and it is made of billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in medieval coinage. The fact that it weighs 0.79 grams suggests that it was minted using a specific standardized weight system, which was a common practice during this time period.
