Groat `Saint Peter` - John of Arkel (with Papal tiara

€410,996.00
IssuerLiege, Prince-bishopric of
Year1373-1376
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Groat
CurrencyGros (1274-1456)
CompositionSilver
Weight2.5 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Dengis Liege#580, vdCh 8#Page 166
Obverse descriptionFront facing bust of Saint Peter nimbate and wearing a Papal tiara, inside a polylobe, holding a book in his right hand and keys in left. Below, the shield with Arkel arms divides legend.
Obverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Obverse lettering✠ MOnETA ⵓ SA ⸰ ⸰ nCTI ⵓ PETRI
(Translation: Coinage of St. Peter)
Reverse descriptionFloriate cross.
Reverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Reverse lettering✠ IOHAnnES ⁑ EPS ⁑ LEODIEnSIS
(Translation: John, Bishop of Liege)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1373-1376)  - -
Catalog ID4291892740
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