Groschen with helmeted shield - Charles II ND
| Silver | 2.4 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles II (1390-1431) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1390-1420 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sword pointing downward through legends, a holly leaf on each side.
Exterior and interior legends.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BHDICTV': SIT: nOmE': DHI': NRI IhV XPI
MOnETA In SIERK
Translation:
Blessed is the name of our lord Jesus Christ.
Coinage of Sierck.
Comment
Variable weight.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Groschen with helmeted shield - Charles II ND (1390-1420) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) made of Silver weighing 2.4 g is that it features a unique helmeted shield design on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This design was used during the reign of Charles II, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1390 to 1420. The helmeted shield is believed to represent the duke's armor and symbolize his power and protection. This coin is a rare and valuable example of medieval coinage and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
