Caption

Prussian grosz (1533) of Sigismund I the Old (King of Poland, 1506–1548). Obverse: crowned male bust in profile turned right, inscription in rim between beaded borders: .SIGIS.I., X.PO.DO.TOCI.PRVSS Rw. Reverse: Eagle of Royal Prussia, inscription in rim between beaded borders: .GROSS., MV.TERR.PRVSSIE.1533. Coin from Torun, Poland; diameter ~22.5–23.0 mm; weight 2.03 g.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A37_070

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Keywords

Prussian grosz 1533 Sigismund I Old King Poland 1506–1548 Obverse crowned male bust profile turned right inscription rim beaded borders .Sigis.I X.PO.DO.TOCI.PRVSS Rw Reverse Eagle Royal Prussia .Gross Mv.Terr.Prvssie.1533 Coin Torun diameter ~22.5–23.0 mm weight 2.03 g round metallic coin worn silver-gray surface showing raised profile crowned male figure facing detailed crown decoration stylized hair visible neck guard armor collar beaded inner border outer edge features raised rim decorative elements circular motifs predominant colors silver-gray areas darker gray patina slight greenish spots.