Prince-bishopric of Liege Griffin - John of Bavaria, 1389 – 1418
Information
Country
Prince-bishopric of Liege
Prince-bishopric of Liege
Currency
Gros
(1274 – 1456)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Griffin - John of Bavaria
Year
1389 – 1418
Ruler
John of Bavaria
(1389–1418)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.82
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Griffin - John of Bavaria from Prince-bishopric of Liege. Issued from 1389 to 1418. Struck in Gold. Measures 29 mm and weighs 3.82 g.
- Obverse
- Griffon seated and facing left, supporting shield with quartered arms of Bavaria-Palatinate (John of Bavaria, elected (Bishop of) Liege, Count of Loon)
- Reverse
- Ornate, floriate triple cross with small rampant lions in angles. In center, small shield of Bavaria in quadrilobe (Blessed be the name of the Lord)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1389-1418) | — |
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