© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Groat - Arnold III of Stein ND
| Billon | 0.53 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Reckem (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Arnold III of Stein (Arnold III von Stein) (1355-1372) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1355-1372 |
| Value | 1 Groat |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.53 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#396943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MOnETA nOVA ...
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA NOVA ...
Translation: New coinage ...
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Groat - Arnold III of Stein ND (1355-1372) from Lordship of Reckem (Belgian States) made of Billon weighing 0.53 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. Arnold III was a powerful lord who played a significant role in the political and military conflicts of the time, and his coinage reflects the economic and cultural influences of the region. Despite being a small denomination, this coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic, political, and social conditions of medieval Europe.
