County of Hainaut Sterling "with Lion Shield"- John II of Avesnes, 1280 – 1304
Information
Country
County of Hainaut
County of Hainaut
Currency
Gros
(1071 – 1506)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Sterling "with Lion Shield"- John II of Avesnes
Year
1280 – 1304
Ruler
John II (Jan II)
(1280–1304)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Sterling "with Lion Shield"- John II of Avesnes from County of Hainaut. Issued from 1280 to 1304. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 1.3 g.
- Obverse
- Shield with rampant lion left. Legend around it, in three parts (Hainaut)
- Reverse
- Long cross pattée dividing legend. A rosette in each corner (Count John)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1280-1304) | — | Circa 1285 |
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