Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). Silver coin (half-grosz), 1519. Obverse: Pursuer (Pogonia) turned left; in the rim between pearl borders an inscription: + COIN:SIG, NDI:1519. Reverse: Polish crowned eagle; in the rim between pearl borders an inscription: +, NI, VCI, :LITVANIE.:, 1519. Associated with the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, mint: Vilnius.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A58_038

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Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old king Poland 1506–1548 Silver coin half-grosz 1519 Obverse Pursuer Pogonia turned left rim pearl borders inscription + Coin Sig Ndi Reverse Polish crowned eagle + Ni Vci Litvanie. Associated Grand Duchy Lithuania mint Vilnius round metallic object worn silver-gray surface showing raised circular border central raised image mounted figure horse surface textured scratches varied sheen areas darker gray patina lighter silvery highlights irregularities rim giving uneven edge.