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© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Szóstak / 6 Groszy - Jan II Kazimierz Waza Wschowa
1650 year| Silver |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | John II Casimir Vasa (1649-1668) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1650 |
| Value | 6 Groschens (Szóstak) (⅕) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONE ARGE REG PO 1650
V (_) I
Comment
Kopicki 1603 without Waza coat of armsPictures: © GNDM
Kopicki 1604 with Waza coat of arms
Punch 1 IO CASIMIR (_) DG REX P ET S
Pictures: © WCN
Punch 2 IO CASIMIR (_) DG REX P ET S
Pictures: © WCN
Punch 3 IO CASIMIR (_) DG REX P & S
Pictures: © GNDM
Punch 4 IO CASIMIR (_) DG REX P & S
Pictures: © WCN
Punch 5 IO CASIMIR (_) DG REX P & S
Pictures: © WCN
Pictures: © GNDM
Punch 6 IO CASIMI DG (_) REX P ET S
Pictures: © Antykwariat Numizmatyczny Michał Niemczyk
Interesting fact
The coin , the Szóstak / 6 Groszy - Jan II Kazimierz Waza (Wschowa) 1650, is a rare example of a coin that was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. The coin was minted in 1650, during the reign of King Jan II Kazimierz Waza, who ruled the Commonwealth from 1648 to 1668. This was a time of great political and military upheaval, as the Commonwealth was facing threats from neighboring countries and was also dealing with internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its intricate design and use of silver. It's a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the complex and dynamic world of 17th-century Europe.
