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Groat - Philip the Handsome ND
| Billon (.280 silver) | 1.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philip the Handsome (1482-1494) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1493-1494 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1046-1506) |
| Composition | Billon (.280 silver) |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#316764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend. Alternating fleur-de-lis - ring - lion - ring in the angles, and a fleur-de-lis in the center.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: BENEDIC + AIA MEA + DOMIN
Lettering (regular font): BENEDIC + AIA MEA + DOMIN
Unabridged legend: Benedictum Anima Mea Domini
Translation: My soul praises the Lord
Comment
Similar types were made in Brabant and Flanders. They can best be differentiated by the end of the obverse legend.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Groat - Philip the Handsome ND (1493-1494) from Burgundian Netherlands (Duchy of Guelders, Dutch States) made of Billon (.280 silver) weighing 1.6 g is that it features a unique design, with a crowned shield on the obverse (front) side and a cross fleury on the reverse (back) side. This design was used during the reign of Philip the Handsome, who was the Duke of Burgundy and the Count of Flanders, and it symbolizes the unity and power of the Burgundian Netherlands.
