Groschen - John I (Duke wearing helmet) ND (1346-1390) front Groschen - John I (Duke wearing helmet) ND (1346-1390) back
Groschen - John I (Duke wearing helmet) ND (1346-1390) photo
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Groschen - John I Duke wearing helmet ND

 
Silver 3.05 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
John I (1346-1390)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1346-1390
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.05 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#413809
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle with wings spread, turned partially left, standing on band with alerions.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering:
✠ XPC ✿ VInCIT ✿ XPC ✿ REGnAT ✿ XPC ✿ ImPERAT
✠ mOnETA ✿ DE ✿ nA'CEIO

Lettering (regular font):
✠ XPC ✿ VINCIT ✿ XPC ✿ REGNAT ✿ XPC ✿ IMPERAT
✠ MONETA ✿ DE ✿ NA'CEIO

Translation:
Christ conquers, Christ rules, Christ commands
Coin of Nancy.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Groschen - John I (Duke wearing helmet) ND (1346-1390) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) made of Silver weighing 3.05 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of John I, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1346 to 1390. During this time, the Holy Roman Empire was facing challenges from the Black Death, which had a significant impact on the economy and society. Despite these challenges, the minting of this coin suggests that the Duchy of Lorraine was still able to produce currency and maintain some level of economic stability. Additionally, the design of the coin, featuring a duke wearing a helmet, suggests a focus on military strength and leadership during a time of uncertainty.