Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (King of Poland, 1506–1548). Silver coin, 1521. Obverse: Pogon (Lithuanian mounted knight) turned left; rim inscription between pearl borders: +COIN:SIGISMVND, 15Z1. Reverse: Polish crowned eagle; rim inscription between pearl borders: +MAGNI:DVCIS:LITVANIE:. Grand Duchy of Lithuania (Vilnius).

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A58_336

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Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old King Poland 1506–1548 Silver coin 1521 Obverse Pogon Lithuanian mounted knight turned left rim inscription pearl borders +Coin Sigismvnd 15Z1 Reverse Polish crowned eagle +Magni Dvcis Litvanie Grand Duchy Lithuania Vilnius circular metal coin worn textured surface showing raised central design within recessed circular border surrounded decorative raised edging central area features stylized animal motif abstract shapes rendered low relief coin displays patina shades gray silver dark gray hints greenish discoloration areas lighter metallic sheen surface outer rim uneven wear irregularities shape texture.