© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Penny "Holland style" - Arnold V Moneta comitis ND
| Silver | 0.5 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Loon (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Arnold V (1279-1323) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1286-1323 |
| Value | 1 Denier (⅛) |
| Currency | Gros (1190-1366) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#393329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend. A rosette in each angle of cross
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA COMITIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA COMITIS
Translation: Coinage of the County (of Loon)
Comment
Van der Chijs lists a variant with obverse spelling ARNOLDV.
This type imitates the Kopje of John I of Brabant (see link).
Other subtypes have different legend combinations (links).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the reign of Arnold V, Count of Loon (now part of Belgium) from 1286 to 1323. This period saw the rise of city-states and trade, but also the Black Death, which had a significant impact on the economy and society. Despite these challenges, the County of Loon was able to produce a coin like this, which is a testament to their resilience and resourcefulness.
