© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Mite - John the Fearless Shield type ND
| Copper | 0.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Burgundian Netherlands (County of Flanders, Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John the Fearless (1404-1419) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1404-1419 |
| Value | 1 Mite (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Groot (864-1506) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#308753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee dividing legend. One fleur-de-lis and one lion in opposite angles of cross
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ mOnETA : FLAnD
Lettering (regular font): ✠ MONETA : FLAND
Translation:
Moneta Flandriae
Coinage of Flanders
Comment
Variants exist. For example, which angles reverse contain the lion and the fleur-de-lisInteresting fact
The Mite coin from Burgundian Netherlands, featuring John the Fearless, was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin's design, which includes a shield with the coat of arms of the County of Flanders, reflects the influence of the Burgundian dynasty, which ruled the region at the time. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Mite was an important part of everyday commerce in the region and played a significant role in the local economy.
