Duchy of Lorraine Groschen with helmeted shield - John I, 1348 – 1372
Information
Country
Duchy of Lorraine
Duchy of Lorraine
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Groschen
Year
1348 – 1372
Ruler
John I
(1346–1390)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.25
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Groschen from Duchy of Lorraine. Issued from 1348 to 1372. Struck in Silver. Measures 26 mm and weighs 3.25 g.
- Obverse
- Tilted shield of Lorraine topped with helmet on which eagle taking flight, dividing legend. (John, Duke of Lorraine.)
- Reverse
- Downward pointing sword, dividing interior legend. (Blessed be the name of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Groschen of Nancy.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1348-1372) | — | |||
| ND (1348-1372) | — | roses flanking the sword |
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