Sterling - John III (Castle; Brussels) ND (1318-1355) front Sterling - John III (Castle; Brussels) ND (1318-1355) back
Sterling - John III (Castle; Brussels) ND (1318-1355) photo
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Sterling - John III Castle; Brussels ND

 
Silver 1.4 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States)
Duke
John III (1312-1355)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1318-1355
Value
1 Sterling (⅓)
Currency
Groot (1183-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#139645
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Long cross pattée dividing legend and reeded inner circle, 3 pellets in each angle

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MOnETA BRVXEL

Lettering (regular font): MONETA BRVXEL

Unabridged legend: Moneta Bruxellensis

Translation: Coinage of Brussels

Comment

Boudeau (#2356) attributes this coin to Jean II (1294-1312)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of John III, who was also known as John the Triumphant, and was a member of the House of Luxembourg. He was the Duke of Brabant, Lothier, and Limburg, as well as the Count of Flanders, Hainaut, and Holland. This coin, which features a castle on one side and a crowned shield on the other, was likely used for everyday transactions and would have been a common sight in the Duchy of Brabant during the 14th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1318-1355)  - - - - - -

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