½ Groat - Sigismund I the Old
| Billon (.375 silver) | 1.29 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Sigismund I the Old (1506-1548) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1508-1529 |
| Value | ½ Groat |
| Currency | Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580) |
| Composition | Billon (.375 silver) |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Diameter | 19.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#130413 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle with wings spread, head turned left.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MAGNI: DVCIS: LITVANIE . . . . +
Lettering (regular font): MAGNI: DVCIS: LITVANIE . . . . +
Translation: Grand Duchy of Lithuania
Comment
Pending merge with other two pages.
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Interesting fact
The ½ Groat coin from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, minted during the reign of Sigismund I the Old (1508-1529), features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the issuing authority, it bears an image of a knight on horseback, holding a shield and a banner. This design is believed to represent the coat of arms of the Grand Duke himself, and it is a rare example of a coin that features a personal emblem rather than a national symbol.
