© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
© Aureo & Calicó S.L., subastas numismáticas
Groat - John II ND
| Silver | 1.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Navarre |
|---|---|
| King | John II (1425-1479) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1441-1479 |
| Value | 1 Groat (⅙) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#192768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
(fr) Croix dans un polylobe fleuronné accosté de huit annelets.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SIT nOmEn DOmInI BEnEDICTVm
Lettering (regular font): SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM
Interesting fact
The Groat coin from the Kingdom of Navarre, issued during the reign of John II (1441-1479), features a unique design element - a small cross pattée (a type of cross with arms that are narrow at the center and broaden towards the ends) on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This cross is believed to have been added to the design to symbolize the king's devotion to Christianity and his commitment to protecting the faith.
