1 Groat - Sigismund II Augustus Early bust, Polish standard
| Billon (.375 silver) | 2.06 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Sigismund II Augustus (1548-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1546-1548 |
| Value | 1 Groat |
| Currency | Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580) |
| Composition | Billon (.375 silver) |
| Weight | 2.06 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#33561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Knight on horseback left, brandishing sword. Date below, divided by ducal cap. SA monogram and Jagiello arms divide legend at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA.MAGNI.DVCA.LITVA.
1547
SA
Translation:
Coinage of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania
Sigismund Augustus
Comment
Variants:
1546 - Kopicki 3279, Gum. 609 Date at end of reverse legend (not under horse):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat coin featuring Sigismund II Augustus is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Sigismund II Augustus was the last king of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania before the union between the two states was dissolved, and the coin was minted during a period of political and economic upheaval. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region.
