Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (King of Poland; reign 1506–1548). Silver coin (half-grosz), Jagiellon dynasty; obverse: Pogon (Lithuanian mounted knight) turned left, rim with pearl-shaped borders and inscription; reverse: crowned Polish eagle, rim with pearl-shaped borders and inscription. Dated 1508–1529. Minted in Vilnius, Grand Duchy of Lithuania (Poland–Lithuania).

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A57_204

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Rights managed

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33.9Mb (2.5Mb) / 11.5in x 11.5in / 3442 x 3442 (300dpi)

Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old King Poland reign 1506–1548 Silver coin half-grosz Jagiellon dynasty obverse Pogon Lithuanian mounted knight turned left rim pearl-shaped borders inscription reverse crowned Polish eagle Dated 1508–1529 Minted Vilnius Grand Duchy Lithuania Poland–Lithuania single round worn object uneven rough edge shown white background displaying metallic surface shades dark gray silver lighter highlights surface features raised irregular patterns decorative relief curved lines embossed shapes areas darker patina lighter wear across textured face.