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1/2 Gros - Jean the Blind
| Issuer | Luxembourg |
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| Year | 1309-1346 |
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| Technique | Hammered |
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| Reverse script | Latin (uncial) |
| Reverse lettering | + MOnETA⋮ COMITATIS⋮ LVCEBVRG (ext.) + SIGNVM CRVCIS (int.) (Translation: Mint of Luxembourg (ext.) The sign of the cross (int.)) |
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Jean the Blind ruled Luxembourg from 1309 until his death at Crécy in 1346 — charging into the English archers despite being completely sightless, reportedly tied to his knights so he could at least strike a blow. His ostrich feather crest and motto "Ich dien" were adopted by Edward the Black Prince after the battle, a heraldic borrowing that persists in the British Prince of Wales insignia to this day.
Silver issues from his reign reflect the broad influence of French gros tournois on Low Countries minting practice during this period.