© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Groat "Cromsteert" - Philip St. Pol ND
| Billon (.333 silver) | 1.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip I of Saint-Pol (1427-1430) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1429-1430 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#309713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend. In the angles of cross, the letters B R A B'
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +mONE TA:nOV A:LOVA nIEnS'
Lettering (regular font): +MONE TA:NOV A:LOVA NIENS'
Translation: New coinage of Leuven
Comment
According to de Witte, the composition of this type was specified at 4 deniers, 4 grains.
Interesting fact
The coin's name "Cromsteert" is derived from the Old Dutch word for "cross" and the Flemish word for "steer" or "coin". This name likely refers to the cross symbol on the coin's obverse (front side) and the fact that it was used as a means of payment or exchange.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1429-1430) | 499220 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Groat "Cromsteert" - Philip St. Pol ND (1429-1430) coin.
