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Groot - Dirk van Horne/Perwez Cranenborg ND
| Silver | 2.0 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1343-1371 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Groot) |
| Currency | Groot (1046-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#376994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate cross with eagles in its quarters and lions on its arm ends. Legend between pearled circles surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ MONETA ⋮ CRANEBORENSIS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA ⋮ CRANEBORENSIS
Translation: Money of Cranenborg / Kranenburg
Comment
Van der Chijs classifies this coin as a double groot, but the weight is closer to that of groots issued by the Duchy around this time. The given by Van der Chijs is 2.6 g., but the example in the photos is 1.98 g.Interesting fact
The coat of arms on the coin features a lion rampant, which is a common symbol in heraldry and represents courage, strength, and royalty.
