Sterling - John I (Bust type; Brussels) ND (1289-1294) front Sterling - John I (Bust type; Brussels) ND (1289-1294) back
Sterling - John I (Bust type; Brussels) ND (1289-1294) photo
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

Sterling - John I Bust type; Brussels ND

 
Silver 1.3 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States)
Duke
John I the Victorious (1267-1294)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1289-1294
Value
1 Sterling (⅓)
Currency
Groot (1183-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.3 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#304053
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Long cross intersection legends.
Three large pellets in each angle of cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: BRV XEL LEN SIS

Lettering (regular font): BRV XEL LEN SIS

Translation: of Brussels

Comment

Esterlin a la tete.

Varieties:
- Obverse legend I DVX BRABANTIE, Brussels mint, Witte 253-254 (main photos)
- Obverse legend I DVX BRABANTIE, Maastricht mint, Reverse legend +MO nET ATR EIT. Witte 258
- Obverse legend I DVX LIMBVRGIe; Reverse legend DVX BRA BAN TIE. Mint unknown, Witte 257: