© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Mite - Joan of Merwede ND
| Copper | 1.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordships of Gerdingen and Stein (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lady | Joan of Merwede (Johanna van Merwede) (1449-1467) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1449-1467 |
| Value | 1 Mite (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#318105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée with fleur-de-lis in heart, dividing Latin legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: mOnETA : nOVA : DE : GED
Translation: New money of Gerdingen.
Comment
Style of this coin imitates the Flanders mite of Philip the Good (see link below).
Interesting fact
The Mite coin from the Lordships of Gerdingen and Stein, featuring Joan of Merwede, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age and historical significance. It's estimated that only a few hundred of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for collectors of Belgian numismatics.