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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Grand Mouton d'Or - William III of Bavaria ND
| Gold | 5.98 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William III "the foolish" of Bavaria (1356-1389) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1356-1389 |
| Value | Grand Mouton d'Or |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.98 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#368250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate floral cross within quadrilobe, eagles in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: XPC VInCIT XPC REGnAT XPC INPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Grand Mouton d'Or coin is that it was issued during the reign of William III of Bavaria, who was also known as William III of Holland. He was a member of the Wittelsbach dynasty and ruled over the County of Hainaut, which is now part of modern-day Belgium and France. The coin's design features a standing figure of William III on the obverse, with a crowned shield on the reverse. The use of gold in the coin's minting was a symbol of the wealth and power of the county during that time.
