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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Small Agnel "Petit Mouton d'Or" - John IV ND
| Gold | 2.47 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John IV (1415-1427) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1415-1427 |
| Value | 1 Agnel (50) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.47 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#384758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriate triple cross with rosette in center and fleur-de-lis in the angles, inside polylobe with corners. Eight small fleur-de-lis surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠. XP'C ⁑ VINCIT⁑ XP'C ⁑ REGNAT⁑ XP'C ⁑ IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): ✠. XP'C ⁑ VINCIT⁑ XP'C ⁑ REGNAT⁑ XP'C ⁑ IMPERAT
Translation: Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands
Comment
Called a petit mouton because the weight is just above half the weight of the 14th century mouton d'or.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Small Agnel "Petit Mouton d'Or" coin is that it was minted during the reign of John IV, Duke of Brabant, who was known for his efforts to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin's design, which features a lamb on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizes the duchy's strong agricultural and religious heritage. Despite its small size, the coin was made of gold, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the region at the time.
