Groschen with crown - Louis II / Louis III ND
| Silver (.909) | 2.1 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | County of Provence (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis II (1384-1417) Louis III (1417-1434) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1384-1434 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver (.909) |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Arms of Jerusalem and Anjou.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠: COHES: PVICE° ET° FORCA
Translation: Count of Provence and of Forcalquier.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil in the County of Provence. Louis II and Louis III were rival claimants to the throne, and their struggle for power lasted for several years. Despite this, the coin still features both of their names and crowns, reflecting the complex political situation of the time.
