Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). Polish coin (Jagiellon dynasty). Obverse: Pursuer (emblem of Lithuania) turned left; in rim between pearl borders an inscription: + MON, VNDI 15Z3. Reverse: Polish eagle with crown; in rim between pearly borders an inscription: + MAGNI:DV, I, NIE, 1523. Grand Duchy of Lithuania; Poland; Vilnius.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A56_458

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Rights managed

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33.9Mb (3.8Mb) / 11.5in x 11.5in / 3442 x 3442 (300dpi)

Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old king Poland 1506–1548 Polish coin Jagiellon dynasty Obverse Pursuer emblem Lithuania turned left rim pearl borders inscription + Mon Vndi 15Z3 Reverse Polish eagle crown pearly borders + Magni Dv I Nie 1523 Grand Duchy Vilnius round metallic object worn textured surface showing raised circular border inner ring beaded detailing featuring central embossed figure curved angular shapes suggesting ornamental elements object displays varying shades silver gray darker gray areas recessed portions subtle hints brownish patina spots set plain white background.