Tourelle d'Or - Joanna ND (1393-1394) front Tourelle d'Or - Joanna ND (1393-1394) back
Tourelle d'Or - Joanna ND (1393-1394) photo
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

Tourelle d'Or - Joanna ND

 
Gold (.958) 4.0 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brabant (Belgian States)
Duchess
Joanna (1355-1406)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1393-1394
Value
1 Tourelle (50)
Currency
Groot (1183-1506)
Composition
Gold (.958)
Weight
4.0 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#309748
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Floriate triple cross with fleur-de-lis at the tips, and letters B R A B' in the angles

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: + IhC:VERO:TRAnSIEnS:PER:MEDIV:EORVM: IBAT

Lettering (regular font): + IHC:VERO:TRANSIENS:PER:MEDIV:EORVM: IBAT

Translation: Jesus, passing through their midst, went his way

Comment

The building pictured on the obverse is believed to be St. Peter's church in Leuven, Belgium

An exceedingly rare coin, an example sold at Elsen, Auction 132, March 2017 for 44,000 euros

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tourelle d'Or coin is that it was minted during the reign of Joanna, Duchess of Brabant, who was one of the few female rulers of the time. She played a significant role in shaping the political and economic landscape of the region, and her coinage reflects the prosperity and influence of the Duchy of Brabant during her rule.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1393-1394)  50630 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tourelle d'Or - Joanna ND (1393-1394) coin.