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6 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus
1547 year| Silver (.875) | 5.29 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Sigismund II Augustus (1548-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1547 |
| Value | 6 Groats |
| Currency | Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 5.29 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#183131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with rider left and deate below, dividing value inRoman numerals..
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GROSS AR SEX DVP MAG DVCAT9 LITVAN
V I
1547
Comment
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Interesting fact
The 6 Groats coin was minted during the reign of Sigismund II Augustus, who was the last king of Poland and the Grand Duke of Lithuania. He ruled from 1548 to 1572 and was known for his efforts to centralize power and promote religious tolerance. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Lithuanian coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.875) and weighed 5.29 grams. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
