© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
Denier - John III Saint-Brieuc ND
| Billon | 1.25 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John III (1312-1341) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1316-1341 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#54541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Latin cross cutting legend, with a B in second quarter.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BRITANNIE :
Translation: ... of Brittany.
Comment
In 1316, John III abandoned the Dreux chequy broken by a quarter ermine for the plain ermine shield.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John III, who was also known as John of Montfort, and was the Duke of Brittany from 1312 until his death in 1341. He was a prominent figure in the history of Brittany and played a significant role in the region's political and economic development during his rule.
