© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Groschen - James I / James II ND
| Silver | 3.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Montpellier (French States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | James I (1213-1276) James II (1276-1311) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1213-1311 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#215139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms of Catalonia and Montpellier surrounded by six rosettes, in a polylobe confined with clovers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DOMINVS MONTISPESVLANI
Translation: Lord of Montpellier.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Groschen - James I / James II ND (1213-1311) from Lordship of Montpellier (French States) made of Silver weighing 3.86 g is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of James I and James II, who were kings of Aragon and counts of Barcelona, and it features their names and titles on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Lordship of Montpellier. This coin was used as a means of exchange and commerce in the region, and it is a testament to the economic and cultural ties between the different regions of Europe during this time period.