Groat - John III ND
| Silver | 3.04 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John III (1312-1355) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1312-1355 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.04 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Floriate triple cross quartered by four three-leaf clovers.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ I : DVX : LOT : BR : LEB : ET : ARCIO
Lettering (regular font): ✠ I : DVX : LOT : BR : LEB : ET : ARCIO
Translation:
Iohannes Dux Lotharingia, Brabantiae, Lemburgiae et Marchio
John, Duke of Lotharingia, Brabant, Limburg and Marquis
Comment
Reverse legend can end by MARCIO or by ARCIO.Interesting fact
The coin , a Standard circulation coin Groat - John III ND (1312-1355) from Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 3.04 g, is a rare and valuable coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John III, who was the Duke of Brabant from 1312 until his death in 1355. During his rule, John III worked to strengthen the economy of Brabant and promote trade, which led to the minting of coins like this one. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians interested in the history of the region.
