© Patrick Bedouet
© Patrick Bedouet
Double with ermine - John V Nantes ND
| Billon | 1.63 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brittany (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John V (1399-1442) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1436-1442 |
| Value | 1 Double (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.63 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#287207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ MONETA : BRITANIE :
Translation: Coin of Brittany.
Comment
Variations of punctuation on the straight and reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Double with ermine - John V (Nantes) ND (1436-1442) from Duchy of Brittany (French States) made of Billon weighing 1.63 g is that it features a unique design element - the ermine, which is a small mammal native to Europe, known for its white winter coat with black tips. The ermine was a symbol of nobility and dignity in medieval times, and its presence on the coin signifies the importance and prestige of the Duchy of Brittany.
