© Ilustrowany Skorowidz Pieniêdzy Polskich i z Polska Zwiazanych
© Ilustrowany Skorowidz Pieniêdzy Polskich i z Polska Zwiazanych
2 Deniers Gold - Sigismund II Augustus
| Gold | 3.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Sigismund II Augustus (1548-1572) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1565-1566 |
| Value | 2 Deniers (0.2) |
| Currency | Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.61 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#254044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Knight on horseback (Vytis) left, value in Roman numerals below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: II
Translation: 2 denars
Comment
Kopicki 3226In the collection:
Cz.
Kopicki 3228
In the collection:
Radz.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 2 Deniers (Gold) - Sigismund II Augustus 1565-1566 from Grand Duchy of Lithuania made of Gold weighing 3.61 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan symbols. The coin's obverse side bears the image of Sigismund II Augustus, the last king of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Lithuanian goddess of fertility and prosperity, Milda. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania during the 16th century.
