3 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus (Early bust) 1546-1556 front 3 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus (Early bust) 1546-1556 back
3 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus (Early bust) 1546-1556 photo
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3 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus Early bust

 
Silver (.875) 2.67 g -
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Lithuania
Grand duke
Sigismund II Augustus (1548-1572)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1546-1556
Value
3 Groats
Currency
Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
2.67 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#259436
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Iger V.46.1.a 1546 // Kopicki 3300
Pictures: WCN


Iger V.46.1.b 1546


Iger V.47.1.a 1547 // Kopicki 3301
Iger V.47.1.b 1547

Iger V.56.1.a 1556 // Kopicki 3302
In the collection:
Cz.
MNW
Pot.
Radz.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus (Early bust) 1546-1556 coin from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania is that it features a unique blend of both Lithuanian and Polish influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features the image of Sigismund II Augustus, the King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania, while the reverse side features the Lithuanian coat of arms, which includes a knight on horseback holding a shield with the Lithuanian emblem. This blending of designs reflects the close political and cultural ties between the two nations during this time period.