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1 Thaler - Sigismund II Augustus
1565 year| Silver (.730) | 27.9 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Sigismund II Augustus (1548-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1565 |
| Value | 30 Groats |
| Currency | Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580) |
| Composition | Silver (.730) |
| Weight | 27.9 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#183318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lettering:
15 SA 65
30
Comment
Mint: Tykocin - Tykocien - Tiktin - Tyktin - Tuktin - Tikoczin - Tykoczyn - Tykociensis - Тыкоцін - טיקטין - تیکوچین - Тыкоцин - 蒂科欽
or
Mint: Wilno - Vilnius - Вільня - Вильнюс - Вильна - Viļņa - Wilna - Vilna - 维尔纽斯
Can be called ½ kopa (Półkopek), Thaler or 30 groats.
Two known copies are in M. K. Čiurlionis National Museum of Art collection.
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, minted in 1565 during the reign of Sigismund II Augustus, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the issuing authority, the coin bears an image of a bison, which was a symbol of strength and power in Lithuanian culture. This unique design choice was likely intended to emphasize the importance of the bison as a symbol of the Grand Duchy's prosperity and wealth.
