Caption

2 denarii, Gotard Kettler (Duke of Courland and Semigallia; 1561–1587), Kettler family, monogram under a crown, Kettler coat of arms (cauldron hook), monograms, Pogon coat of arms, emblems. Obverse: in the border a crowned monogram composed of the letters SR, beneath which is Kettler's family emblem (cauldron hook); on both sides of the monogram date numerals 15-78. Reverse: in the border Pogon; below the value number II, 1578. Duchy of Courland and Semigallia, Mitawa; coin; weight 0.55 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A56_033

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Keywords

2 denarii Gotard Kettler Duke Courland Semigallia 1561–1587 Kettler family monogram under crown Kettler coat arms cauldron hook monograms Pogon coat emblems Obverse border crowned monogram composed letters SR beneath Kettler's family emblem sides monogram date numerals 15-78 Reverse border Pogon value number II 1578 Duchy Mitawa coin weight 0.55 g round weathered coin rough textured surface shades gray muted silver showing faint raised design includes indistinct crest- shape ornamental elements uneven edges areas darker gray patina.