Double Groschen with two helmets - John I ND (1348-1372) front Double Groschen with two helmets - John I ND (1348-1372) back
Double Groschen with two helmets - John I ND (1348-1372) photo
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

Double Groschen with two helmets - John I ND

 
Silver 3.8 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
John I (1346-1390)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1348-1372
Value
1 Plaque (0.1)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#316336
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée surrounded by double legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
✠ BnDICTV ⋮ SIT⋮ nOmE ⋮ DnI ⋮ nRI ⋮ DEI ⋮ IhV ⋮ XPC
✠ mOnETA:DE:nAnCEIO

Translation:
Blessed be the name of Our Lord God, Jesus Christ.
Coinage of Nancy.

Comment

Also referred to as a "plaque".

Interesting fact

The Double Groschen coin with two helmets from the Duchy of Lorraine features a unique design element - the two helmets represent the duality of power between the Duke of Lorraine and the Bishop of Metz. This coin was minted during the reign of John I (1348-1372) and is made of silver, weighing 3.8 grams.