© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
6 Groats - Sigismund II Augustus
1562 year| Billon (.344 silver) | 14.09 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Sigismund II Augustus (1548-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1562 |
| Value | 6 Groats |
| Currency | Lithuanian Groat (1495-1580) |
| Composition | Billon (.344 silver) |
| Weight | 14.09 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#183132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GROSSVS SEXDVPL MAG DVCAT LITVA
VI
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 strengthen the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Lithuanian coat of arms on the other. It was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and copper, and weighed 14.09 grams. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
