Plaque - Regency of Mary for John I ND
| Silver | 3.82 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John I (1346-1390) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1346-1348 |
| Value | 1 Plaque (0.1) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.82 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Short cross with crowns in all four angles, interior and exterior legends.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARIE DVCHESS MAnBOURS DE LA DVCHI
MONETA DE NACEI
Translation:
Mary, Duchess Regent of the Duchy.
Coinage of Nancy.
Comment
Marie of Blois was the widow of Duke Raoul of Lorraine, who died in the Battle of Crecy (1346), along with Marie's brother, Count Louis II of Blois. In his will, Raoul had stipulated that in the event of his death, Marie serve as regent during the minority of their infant son, for as long as she remained unmarried. As she remarried in 1348, this enables dating of coins issued in Marie's name to 1346-1348.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Duchy of Lorraine. The Regency of Mary for John I (1346-1348) was a period of political instability, as the duchy was struggling to maintain its independence amidst the rivalries between the kingdoms of France and England. Despite these challenges, the minting of this coin suggests that the duchy was still capable of producing currency, indicating a level of economic stability and resilience. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, speaks to the importance of trade and commerce in the region during this time.
