1/2 Groschen - Louis I

€383,850.00
IssuerBar
Year1419-1430
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Groschen (1⁄40)
CurrencyLivre
CompositionSilver
Weight2.14 g
Dimensions26.5 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Flon#7 p.484
Obverse descriptionArms with cardinal hat above.
Obverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Obverse lettering+ LVDOVICVS’* CARD’* BARREnSIS
(Translation: Louis of Bar, cardinal.)
Reverse descriptionLarge cross.
Reverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Reverse letteringSEM’ GROS’° VAREN’ + SIT: NOMEN: DOMINI: BENEDICTVM
(Translation: Half Groschen of Varennes. Blessed be the name of the Lord.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1419-1430)  - -
Catalog ID9298493270
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