© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Groot - Frederik van Blankenheim ND
| Silver | 1.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Utrecht (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Frederick III of Blankenheim (Frederik III van Blankenheim) (1393-1423) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1393-1423 |
| Value | Groot (1) |
| Currency | Groot (1024-1528) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#307069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle above shield of the Sticht (prince-bishopric) , which divides legend
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + MOneETA : nOVA : De : hASSeLenS'
Lettering (regular font): + MONEETA : NOVA : DE : HASSELENS'
Translation: New coinage of Hasselt
Comment
Hasselt mint (shown) - van der Chijs 14.17Deventer mint - van der Chijs 14.10. Reverse legend MOneTA nOVA D e DAVenTeRenSIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Martin on horseback, which is a nod to the legend of Saint Martin and the beggar. According to the legend, Saint Martin, who was a Roman soldier, was riding his horse through the city of Amiens when he came across a beggar who was freezing in the cold. Saint Martin took his cloak and cut it in half, giving one half to the beggar to keep him warm. This selfless act is depicted on the coin, and it symbolizes the charitable nature of Saint Martin, who is revered as a patron saint of the Bishopric of Utrecht.
