© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Sterling - Guy of Dampierre shield ND
| Silver | 1.25 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Namur (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Guy I (Gwijde I) (1263-1297) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1283-1293 |
| Value | Esterlin (sterling) (⅓) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long double cross, intersecting legends. Three annelets in each angle of the cross.
Lettering: G:CO MeS FLA DRe
Translation: Guy, Count of Flandres
Comment
Guy de Dampierre ruled simultaneously as Count of Flanders, and Marquis of Namur, and a number of his coins bear both titles, like this one. The shield of Namur places this one for use in Namur.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Guy of Dampierre, a prominent nobleman from the County of Namur in Belgium, who played a significant role in the political and military history of the region during the 13th century.
