© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Large Gold Crown - Albert of Bavaria ND
| Gold | 5.2 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hainaut (French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Albert of Bavaria (1389-1404) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1389-1404 |
| Value | Grand Couronne (50) |
| Currency | Gros (1071-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate triple cross inside a polylobe. An eagle in a quadrilobe at the center of the cross, and a lion in each angle
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ XPC VInCIT ⁑ XPC ⁑ REGnAT⁑ XPC ⁑ InPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ rules, Christ commands
Comment
Known as grand couronne d'or in French.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Large Gold Crown - Albert of Bavaria ND (1389-1404) from County of Hainaut (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Albert II of Bavaria, who was a powerful king and Holy Roman Emperor. The coin's minting was likely a symbol of the king's power and influence, and its gold content would have made it a valuable and prestigious currency at the time.
