© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Trojak / 3 Grosze - Jan III Sobieski Kraków
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | John III Sobieski (1674-1696) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1684-1685 |
| Value | 3 Groschens (Trojak) (0.1) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GROS ARG TRES REG POLONIAE
16 (_) 84
Comment
Iger K.84.1.aIger K.84.1.b
Iger K.85.1.a
Iger K.85.1.b
Iger K.85.2.a with dog
Pictures: WCN
Interesting fact
The Jan III Sobieski (Kraków) 1684-1685 Trojak / 3 Grosze coin was minted during the reign of King Jan III Sobieski, who was a prominent military leader and statesman in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Kraków on the other. What's interesting is that this coin was minted using silver that was sourced from the famous silver mines in the town of Wieliczka, which is located near Kraków. The mines were renowned for producing high-quality silver, and the coin's use of this silver reflects the wealth and prosperity of the region during that time.
