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Gold Crown - John of Brabant ND
| Gold (.920) | 3.63 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John of Brabant (1418-1425) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1418-1425 |
| Value | 1 Couronne d''or (42) |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 3.63 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#368332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate floral cross within quadrilobe, four crowns in outer angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ XPC ⁑ VInCIT ⁑ XPC ⁑ REGnAT ⁑ XPC⁑ INPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands
Comment
Chalon says that no documentary evidence has been found on where this type was struck, but most likely Valenciennes.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Crown - John of Brabant ND (1418-1425) from County of Hainaut (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John of Brabant, who was the Duke of Brabant and Limburg, and Count of Hainaut, Holland, and Zeeland. This period saw the rise of city-states and trade, and the coin likely played a significant role in facilitating commerce and exchange in the region. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold (.920) and weighs 3.63g suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.
