© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Groschen with Helmet - Robert ND
| Silver | 2.64 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Bar (Bar, French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Robert I (1354-1411) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1373-1374 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.64 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#325070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with a rose superimposed on a star in each angle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ DEI ✿ GRA ✿ ET ✿ MARChIO ✿ POnTIS
Unabridged legend: dei gratia et marchio Pontis
Translation: ... by God's grace, and Marquis of Pont-à-Mousson.
Interesting fact
The Groschen with Helmet - Robert ND (1373-1374) coin from the Duchy of Bar (Bar, French States) is interesting because it features a unique design element - a helmet on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This helmet is believed to represent the helmet of the Duchy of Bar's patron saint, Saint Etienne, and is a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time.
