© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Sterling - John I Moneyer JOHN ND
| Silver | 1.42 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John I the Victorious (1267-1294) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1272-1294 |
| Value | 1 Sterling (⅓) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#415198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long voided cross intersecting legends, moneyer's name spelled in corners, within dotted circle
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
× I . DI GRATIA+
I O h n
Lettering (regular font):
× I . DI GRATIA+
I O H N
Translation:
John, by God's grace
John
Comment
Sometimes called "esterlin a l'ecu" to differentiate it from the later coin with a bust (esterlin a la tete).
A similar esterlin on which the letters reverse signify a different moneyer, or the mint were issued later in this reign (see references below)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John I, who was the Duke of Brabant from 1267 to 1294. During his rule, he implemented several economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which led to the minting of this particular coin. The coin's design features the image of John I on one side and the Brabantian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the duchy's independence and sovereignty.
