© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Trojak / 3 Grosze - Sigismund III Vasa Poznań; Lewart shield
| Silver | 2.37 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund III Vasa (Zygmunt III Waza) (1587-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1601 |
| Value | 3 Groschens (Trojak) (0.1) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.37 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#123820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Inscription in two lines. Above, value in Roman numerals above Polish eagle, Wasa arms and Lithuanian rider. Below, Przegonia () arms divide initials I D, crossed hooks at left and two digit date to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
GROS ARG
TRIP R PO
16 - 00
Unabridged legend: Grossus argenteum triplex regni Poloniae
Translation: Silver three grossus of the Kingdom of Poland.
Comment
The main Poznan subtypes and dates are grouped in the catalog according to the arms, initials and mintmark at the bottom of the reverse.Iger P.00.1 Main photos
Iger P.01.1
Interesting fact
The Sigismund III Vasa coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued with a unique shield design. The Lewart shield, which features a crowned eagle with a crescent moon and stars, was only used on coins issued during Sigismund III's reign (1587-1632) and is not found on any other coins from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. This makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the region's currency.
