Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (King of Poland; 1506–1548). Obverse: Pogon (Lithuanian mounted knight) turned to the left; rim between pearl borders with inscription 'ETA:SIGI, DI:151'. Reverse: Polish crowned Eagle; rim between pearl borders with inscription 'G, I:D, LITVA, IE, 1510–1529'. Polish coin of the Jagiellon dynasty; emblems include eagle and Pogon. Minted in Vilnius, Grand Duchy of Lithuania.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A58_089

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Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old King Poland 1506–1548 Obverse Pogon Lithuanian mounted knight turned left rim pearl borders inscription Eta Sigi Di 151 Reverse Polish crowned Eagle G I D Litva Ie 1510–1529 Polish coin Jagiellon dynasty emblems include eagle Minted Vilnius Grand Duchy Lithuania round worn metallic coin dull grey brown patina showing raised shallow engravings central area features faint stylized figure creature surrounded circular border irregular edges textured surface marks coin displays areas darker brownish discoloration lighter silvery highlights outer rim uneven wear faint decorative elements.