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Groschen - Louis I ND
| Silver | 3.13 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Louis I (I. Lajos) (1342-1382) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1359-1364 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (Garas) (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Florin (1310-1540) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.13 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two-fold Hungarian (Árpád stripes) and Anjou (lillies) coat of arms in sic semicircles within pearl circle
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + DALMACIE: CROACIE·ETC
Lettering (regular font): + DALMACIE: CROACIE·ETC
Translation: Dalmatia, Croatia, and so on
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other reference: Huszár #522
Interesting fact
The Groschen coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Louis I (1359-1364), was the first silver coin to be widely used in Europe, paving the way for the widespread adoption of silver coins across the continent.
