© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Sterling - John of Leuven ND
| Billon | 1.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Herstal (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | John Tristan of Louvain-Gaesbeek (Jan Tristan van Leuven-Gaesbeek) (1285-1309) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1285-1309 |
| Value | 1 Sterling (⅓) |
| Currency | Groot (1183-1506) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#309695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattee intersecting legend, a group of three pellets in each angle
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: × DnS DE ⵓ hARSTEL ⵓ
Lettering (regular font): × DNS DE ⵓ HARSTEL ⵓ
Unabridged legend: Dominus de Harstel
Translation: Lord of Herstal.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the reign of John of Leuven, who was a powerful nobleman in the Belgian States. Despite the political instability of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the medieval minting process.
