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© Nemesis0169
Maille - Anonymous Ypres ND
| Silver | 0.41 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | County of Flanders (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1180-1200 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Denariu) (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.41 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#89382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
In a double grenetis, as a legend, four times two pointed rings.
IPRA written in the cantons of a long cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: I-P-R-A .
Translation: Ieper (Ypres)
Comment
Known as Kleine denarius (Dutch).Though the later copper maille was valued lower, the silver maille issued in circa 1168-1300 had a silver content comparable to the French denier.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Maille - Anonymous (Ypres) ND (1180-1200) from County of Flanders (Belgian States) made of Silver weighing 0.41 g is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin has a maille (or mesh) pattern, which was a common design element in medieval coinage. The maille pattern was used to prevent counterfeiting and to make it difficult for people to file down the coin's edges to make it appear as if it were a higher denomination coin. This design feature not only makes the coin visually distinctive but also highlights the advanced security measures employed in medieval coinage.
