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Szeląg gdański - Sigismund II Augustus Gdańsk
| Silver | 1.24 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Poland |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund II Augustus (Zygmunt II August) (1548-1572) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1549-1552 |
| Value | Szeląg = ⅓ Grosza |
| Currency | First Złoty (1526-1572) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#98584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Emblem of the city of Danzig, including a crown and two crosses with the lettering around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONE•CIVIT•GEDANEN•[year]
Unabridged legend: Moneta Civitas Gedanensis [year]
Translation: Coin from the city of Danzig
Edge
Plain
Comment
Kopicki 7356 1549Pictures: © WCN
Kopicki 7357 1550
Pictures: © WCN
Kopicki 7358 1551
Pictures: © WCN
Kopicki 7359 1552
Pictures: © WCN
Interesting fact
The Szeląg gdański coin was used as a means of payment in the Kingdom of Poland during the reign of Sigismund II Augustus (1549-1552). It was made of silver and weighed 1.24 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was widely accepted and used in trade, reflecting the strong economy and trade networks of the Kingdom of Poland during the 16th century.
