Groschen - Charles II (stripped tunic coat, Nancy and Sierck mints) ND (1400-1430) front Groschen - Charles II (stripped tunic coat, Nancy and Sierck mints) ND (1400-1430) back
Groschen - Charles II (stripped tunic coat, Nancy and Sierck mints) ND (1400-1430) photo
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Groschen - Charles II stripped tunic coat, Nancy and Sierck mints ND

 
Silver 2.42 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
Charles II (1390-1431)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1400-1430
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.42 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61384
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Cross patty crossing the inner lettering.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BHDICTV SIT NOME DNI NRI IHV XPI
MONETA DE NANCI

Translation:
God bless the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Coin from Nancy.

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin has 2 varieties:
  • Nancy variety (Flon#33)

    © CGB
  • Sierck variety (Flon#34).

    © CGB

The actual file pics depict the Nancy variety.

Big variations of weight, the coin can be lighter than 2g and heavier than 2.4g.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles II, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1390 to 1431. During his reign, he implemented various economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which included the Groschen coin. The coin was minted at two different mints, Nancy and Sierck, which is reflected in the coin's design. The stripped tunic coat depicted on the coin was a symbol of Charles II's efforts to promote trade and commerce in the region.