Caption

Teutonic szelag, Michal Küchmeister (Grand Master; 1414–1422). Obverse: monastic shield of the Grand Master (iconographic), the crossbars at the ends of the arms of the cross are arched; on the rim, between beaded borders, an inscription. Reverse: monastic shield; on the rim, between beaded borders, an inscription. Date: 1414–1416. Issuing authority: State of the Teutonic Order (1226–1525), Gdansk. Coin type: szelag (coin). Diameter: ca. 19.5–19.6 mm. Weight: 1.59 g. Axis: 270°. Subjects/attribution: Teutonic shield (iconographic); Teutonic Knights (order).

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A43_324

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Keywords

Teutonic szelag Michal Küchmeister Grand Master 1414–1422 Obverse monastic shield iconographic crossbars ends arms cross arched rim beaded borders inscription Reverse Date 1414–1416 Issuing authority State Teutonic Order 1226–1525 Gdansk Coin type szelag coin Diameter ca 19.5–19.6 mm Weight 1.59 g Axis 270° Subjects attribution Teutonic shield Teutonic Knights order single circular metal coin worn surface irregular edge showing raised shield- emblem center geometric divisions simple cross motif coin displays areas darker lighter patina colors gray greenish-gray brown hints olive textured low-relief decorative elements perimeter uneven slightly rough surfaces.