Groat - John II ND (1446-1479) front Groat - John II ND (1446-1479) back
Groat - John II ND (1446-1479) photo
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Groat - John II ND

 
Billon 3.22 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Navarre
King
John II (1425-1479)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1446-1479
Value
1 Groat (⅙)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Billon
Weight
3.22 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#123831
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SIT nOmEn DOmInI BEnEDICTVm

Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM

Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John II of Navarre, who was also known as John the Great. He was a powerful king who ruled Navarre for over 30 years and was known for his military campaigns and diplomatic skills. Despite being made of billon, a relatively low-value metal, this coin was still considered a standard circulation coin and was widely used in the Kingdom of Navarre during that time.