© B. de Jonghe, 1907
© B. de Jonghe, 1907
Esterlin Quarter Gros - Jean the Blind ND
| Silver | 0.95 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jean the Blind (1310-1346) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1309-1346 |
| Value | ¼ Gros (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Livre Tournois (963-1353) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.95 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long patted cross dividing the legend, quartering alternately two eagles and two Bohemian lions. Legend between two pearled circles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOn ETA MER AVD
Lettering (regular font): MON ETA MER AVD
Translation: Mint of Méraude
Comment
Coin of the highest rarity, minted after 1312 at the mint of Méraude (Poilvache).Only one copy indexed by Weiller, preserved to this day in the cabinet of the medals of Brussels.
Piece imitating the esterlin struck under William I, Count of Hainaut (1304 - 1337)
Source:
- the illustrations on this sheet come from the article of N. B de Jonghe, published in 1907 in the RBN, vol. LXIII, pp.182-183
Interesting fact
The Esterlin Quarter Gros coin was minted during the reign of Jean the Blind, who was the Count of Luxembourg from 1309 to 1346. Despite being blind, Jean the Blind was known for his military prowess and his ability to rule effectively, earning him the nickname "the Blind" due to his bravery in battle. This coin is a rare and valuable example of currency from his reign, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
