© Patrick Bedouet
© Patrick Bedouet
Denier - John of Montfort the Captive Nantes ND
| Billon | 1.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John of Montfort (pretender) (1341-1345) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1341-1345 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#270669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ BRITORVH DVCIS
Translation: Duke of Britons.
Comment
Variations in punctuation on the right and reverse sides, and the possible presence of a period between BRE and ITO.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in Brittany. John of Montfort, also known as John III, was the Duke of Brittany from 1312 until his death in 1345. However, he was captured by the English in 1341 and remained a prisoner until his death, which led to a period of political instability in the region. Despite this, the coin still bears his name and image, highlighting the complex political dynamics of the time.
