Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). R8 (rarity). Polish Jagiellonian coin, dated 1519. Obverse: Chaser (coat of arms of Lithuania) turned left; in the rim between pearl borders an inscription: A:SIGISMV, DI:1519. Reverse: Crowned Polish Eagle; in the rim between pearl borders an inscription: + MAGNI:DVC, LITVANIE:, 1519. Grand Duchy of Lithuania; Vilnius; coin.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A58_032

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Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old king Poland 1506–1548 R8 rarity Polish Jagiellonian coin dated 1519 Obverse Chaser coat arms Lithuania turned left rim pearl borders inscription A Sigismv Di 1519 Reverse Crowned Polish Eagle + Magni Dvc Litvanie Grand Duchy Vilnius coin round metallic object worn uneven surface showing raised circular border inner decorative ring center features embossed image stylized animal figure visible legs head surrounded irregular markings raised edging object displays mix gray silver darker tarnished brown tones lighter highlights raised areas darker shading recessed parts edges slightly irregular signs wear.