© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Sterling - John of Leuven ND
| Silver | 1.35 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 | Sterling (⅓) |
| Currency | Groot (-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#377399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross with 3 dots in each quarter. Legend between pearled circles surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnET hARSTEL
Lettering (regular font): MONET HARSTEL
Translation: Money of Herstal.
Interesting fact
The Sterling coin from the Lordship of Herstal, which was issued during the reign of John of Leuven (1285-1309), features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse side features a stylized image of a lion, which was a symbol of strength and power in medieval times. However, unlike other coins that feature a lion in a more traditional sense, the lion on the Sterling coin is depicted in a more abstract and stylized manner, with its body formed by a series of circular arcs and its head rendered in a simplified, almost geometric shape. This unique design element gives the coin a distinctive look that sets it apart from other coins of the time, and makes it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians to study.
