Sterling - John III (Castle; Maastricht) ND (1337-1354) front Sterling - John III (Castle; Maastricht) ND (1337-1354) back
Sterling - John III (Castle; Maastricht) ND (1337-1354) photo
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Sterling - John III Castle; Maastricht ND

 
Silver 1.2 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States)
Duke
John III (1312-1355)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1337-1354
Value
1 Sterling (⅓)
Currency
Groot (1183-1506)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#415458
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Long cross pattée dividing legend and reeded inner circle, three pellets in quarter 2, three annelets in the other corners.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SIGnVM CRVCIS

Lettering (regular font): SIGNVM CRVCIS

Translation: Sign of the cross

Interesting fact

The Sterling - John III (Castle; Maastricht) ND (1337-1354) coin from the Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States) was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.