Groat - John of Arkel (Bishop standing) ND (1366-1368) front Groat - John of Arkel (Bishop standing) ND (1366-1368) back
Groat - John of Arkel (Bishop standing) ND (1366-1368) photo
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Groat - John of Arkel Bishop standing ND

 
Silver 1.94 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
John of Arkel (1364-1378)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1366-1368
Value
1 Groat
Currency
Gros (1274-1456)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.94 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#410992
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriate cross with crowns at tip of each arm dividing legend, and in each angle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ MOnETA ⋮ LEODEnSIS

Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA ⋮ LEODENSIS

Translation: Coinage of Liege

Interesting fact

The coin features an image of Bishop John of Arkel standing, which is a unique design for a coin during that time period.