Groat - John of Arkel (Bust & crozier) ND (1364-1378) front Groat - John of Arkel (Bust & crozier) ND (1364-1378) back
Groat - John of Arkel (Bust & crozier) ND (1364-1378) photo
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Groat - John of Arkel Bust & crozier ND

 
Silver 2.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States)
Prince-bishop
John of Arkel (1364-1378)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1364-1378
Value
1 Groat
Currency
Gros (1274-1456)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.6 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#308168
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short cross pattée inside double legend

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering:
✠ BnDICTV ⋮ SIT ⋮ nOmE ⋮ DnI ⋮ nRI ⋮ IhV ⋮ XP
✠ MOnETA ✿ LEODES'

Lettering (regular font):
✠ BNDICTV ⋮ SIT ⋮ NOME ⋮ DNI ⋮ NRI ⋮ IHV ⋮ XP
✠ MONETA ✿ LEODES'

Translation:
Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ
Coinage of Liege

Comment

Chestret 253 (Liege)

 

Interesting fact

The coin , the Standard circulation coin Groat - John of Arkel (Bust & crozier) ND (1364-1378) from Prince-bishopric of Liege (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 2.6 g, is a rare and valuable coin. It is believed that only a limited number of these coins were minted during the reign of John of Arkel, making them highly sought after by collectors. Additionally, the coin's silver content and historical significance make it a valuable piece for collectors of ancient coins.