© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Dwugrosz - Jan II Kazimierz Waza Gdańsk
| Silver | 1.1 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | John II Casimir Vasa (1649-1668) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1651-1653 |
| Value | 2 Groschens (Dwugrosz) (1⁄15) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Decorated emblem of Danzig, denomination on top, legend around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GROS•CIV•GED•DUPL•1651•II
Unabridged legend: GROSSUS•CIVITAT•GEDANENSIS•DUPLICI•1651•II
Translation: Grossus (Pol: Grosz), City of Danzig, double, 1651, II
Comment
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In the collection:
Emeryk Hutten Czapski, Kraków
Otto Kubicki, Warszawa
Janusz Kurpiewski, Warszawa
Kazimierz Sobański, Warszawa
Kopicki 7611 - one side coin - new restrike
Interesting fact
The Dwugrosz coin featuring Jan II Kazimierz Waza (Gdańsk) 1651-1653 from the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth was made of silver, but it was also one of the smallest coins in circulation at the time, weighing only 1.1 grams. Despite its small size, it was still considered a valuable form of currency and was widely used in trade and commerce.
