© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Plaque with armored bust - John I ND
| Silver | 4.38 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John I (1346-1390) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1348-1372 |
| Value | 1 Plaque (0.1) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.38 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#316349 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle atop a small, tilted shield of Lorraine, surrounded by double legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+mOnETA*DE*nA'CEIO
+XPC*VInCIT*XPC*REGnAT*XPC*ImPERAT
Translation:
Coinage of Nancy.
Christ conquers, Christ rules, Christ commands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an armored bust of John I, which was a common design element in medieval coinage, symbolizing the king's role as a military leader and protector of his people.
