Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). Polish coin of the Jagiellon dynasty, c. 1508–1529. Obverse: Pogon (Lithuanian charging knight) turned left; in the rim between pearl borders an inscription: O ETA:SIGISM. Reverse: crowned Polish eagle; in the rim between pearl borders an inscription: + MAGNI:, NIE:. Material: coin; place: Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Vilnius.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A58_119

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Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old king Poland 1506–1548 Polish coin Jagiellon dynasty c 1508–1529 Obverse Pogon Lithuanian charging knight turned left rim pearl borders inscription O Eta Sigism Reverse crowned Polish eagle + Magni Nie Material coin place Grand Duchy Lithuania Vilnius single round metal object worn textured surface shown white background object predominantly gray darker lighter silver tones slight brownish patina places uneven slightly irregular edge surface incised circular border embossed central motif resembling stylized bird outstretched wings curved feather- shapes ornamental flourishes lower edge inner circle metal displays scratches small dents areas subtle discoloration lighting creates soft highlights shadows emphasize raised recessed details.