Caption

Lithuanian half-grosz, Sigismund I the Old (king of Poland; 1506–1548). Silver coin, 1509. Obverse: Pursuer (Lithuanian emblem) turned left; rim inscription between pearl borders: + MON, TA:SIGISMVNDI, 1509. Reverse: Crowned Polish eagle; rim inscription between pearl borders: + MAGNI:DVC, LITVANI, 1509. Associated with Vilnius, Grand Duchy of Lithuania/Poland; Jagiellon dynasty; emblems: eagle, pursuer.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A61_109

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Rights managed

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33.9Mb (3.3Mb) / 11.5in x 11.5in / 3442 x 3442 (300dpi)

Keywords

Lithuanian half-grosz Sigismund I Old king Poland 1506–1548 Silver coin 1509 Obverse Pursuer Lithuanian emblem turned left rim inscription pearl borders + Mon Ta Sigismvndi Reverse Crowned Polish eagle Magni Dvc Litvani Associated Vilnius Grand Duchy Lithuania Jagiellon dynasty emblems eagle pursuer round metallic object worn surface showing central heraldic bird motif surrounded raised circular border outer band incised shapes metal silvery areas darker tarnish slight greenish spots rim signs wear unevenness.