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Gros - John II of Luxembourg ND
| Silver | 1.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Walincourt (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John II of Luxembourg (1280-1314) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1306-1314 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#397161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ MOnETA : nOVA : VVAVLAInCORT
✠ SIGnVM CRVCIS
Lettering (regular font):
✠ MONETA : NOVA : VVAVLAINCORT
✠ SIGNVM CRVCIS
Translation:
New coinage of Walincourt.
Sign of the cross.
Comment
Künker mentions the existence of contemporary counterfeits of this type.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Gros - John II of Luxembourg ND (1306-1314) from Lordship of Walincourt (French States) made of Silver weighing 1.75 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of John II of Luxembourg on one side and a cross on the other. This design was used during his reign as Count of Luxembourg and was meant to symbolize his power and influence in the region.