$5,220.00 USD
The coin was struck between 1355 and 1383, during the rule of Joanna and Wenceslaus, who co-ruled Brabant after the death of Joanna's father, Duke John III.
This era was marked by internal strife and external challenges. The "Joyous Entry" of 1356 (a charter ensuring Brabant's liberties) laid the foundation for constitutional governance, which influenced the region for centuries.
The Observe depicts a seated figure of Christ enthroned, holding a book of Gospels in one hand and raising the other in blessing. This imagery emphasizes the divine sanction of the ruler’s authority. The surrounding inscription is often in Latin, invoking the protection of Christ and reflecting the religious sentiments of the era.
The reverse features a shield bearing the arms of Brabant (a prominent lion design), surrounded by a cross fleury or other decorative Gothic elements. the inscriptions include the name and titles of the ruling duke and duchess, emphasizing their sovereignty and lineage.
