Prince-bishopric of Liege 2 Griffins - John of Bavaria, 1389
Information
Country
Prince-bishopric of Liege
Prince-bishopric of Liege
Currency
Gros
(1274 – 1456)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Griffins - John of Bavaria
Year
1389
Ruler
John of Bavaria
(1389–1418)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.8
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Griffins - John of Bavaria from Prince-bishopric of Liege. Issued in 1389. Struck in Silver. Measures 31 mm and weighs 3.8 g.
- Obverse
- Griffon seated and facing left, supporting shield of Bavaria-Palatinate (John of Bavaria, Elected (Bishop of) Liege and Count of Loon)
- Reverse
- Long cross pattée dividing legend, over quadrilobe with small rampant lion in each lobe. In center, small shield of Bavaria. (New coinage of Liege)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1389) | — |
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