Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (King of Poland; 1506–1548). Silver coin, 1514. Obverse: Pogon (Lithuanian mounted knight) turned left; legend in rim between pearl borders: SIGISMV I 1514. Reverse: Polish crowned eagle; legend in rim between pearl borders: DVC ITVANIE 1514. Coats of arms of Poland and Lithuania; Jagiellon dynasty.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A59_279

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38.0Mb (2.8Mb) / 12.2in x 12.2in / 3647 x 3646 (300dpi)

Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old King Poland 1506–1548 Silver coin 1514 Obverse Pogon Lithuanian mounted knight turned left legend rim pearl borders Sigismv I 1514 Reverse Polish crowned eagle Dvc Itvanie 1514 Coats arms Lithuania Jagiellon dynasty round metallic object worn uneven surface dark gray silver color showing raised circular borders embossed shapes form central figure surrounding decorative elements irregular edges areas lighter darker patina.