Duchy of Lorraine Groschen - John I, 1348 – 1390
Sierck; shield
Information
Country
Duchy of Lorraine
Duchy of Lorraine
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Groschen
Year
1348 – 1390
Ruler
John I
(1346–1390)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.84
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Groschen from Duchy of Lorraine. Issued from 1348 to 1390. Struck in Silver. Measures 26 mm and weighs 2.84 g.
- Obverse
- Shield with Lorraine arms inside hexilobe with gothic decoration. Legend starts with crossed swords. (John, Duke of Lorraine and Marquis.)
- Reverse
- Short cross pattée surrounded by double legend. Interior legend starts with crossed swords. (Blessed be the name of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Coinage of Sierck.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1348-1390) | — |
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