Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). Silver coin, dated 1518. Obverse: Pursuer (emblem of Lithuania) turned left; rim inscription between pearl borders: ONETA:SIGISMVNDI:1518. Reverse: Crowned Polish eagle; rim inscription between pearl borders: + MAGNI:DVCIS:LITVANIE. Grand Duchy of Lithuania; Poland; Jagiellon dynasty; emblems: eagle and pursuer.
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Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). Silver coin, dated 1518. Obverse: Pursuer (emblem of Lithuania) turned left; rim inscription between pearl borders: ONETA:SIGISMVNDI:1518. Reverse: Crowned Polish eagle; rim inscription between pearl borders: + MAGNI:DVCIS:LITVANIE. Grand Duchy of Lithuania; Poland; Jagiellon dynasty; emblems: eagle and pursuer.

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Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old king Poland 1506–1548 Silver coin dated 1518 Obverse Pursuer emblem Lithuania turned left rim inscription pearl borders Oneta Sigismvndi 1518 Reverse Crowned Polish eagle + Magni Dvcis Litvanie Grand Duchy Jagiellon dynasty emblems eagle pursuer round metallic object worn textured surface shades gray silver sits white background object raised incised decorative elements forming central motif surrounding border ornamental ridges irregular wear marks scratches slightly uneven outer edge giving aged appearance.

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