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Trojak / 3 Grosze - Sigismund III Vasa Wilno
Silver | 2.25 g | 23 mm |
Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
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King | Sigismund III Vasa (Zygmunt III Waza) (1587-1632) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1599-1600 |
Value | 3 Groschens (Trojak) (0.1) |
Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.25 g |
Diameter | 23 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#125303 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.III.
GROSARG
TRIP MDL
16 (_) 00
Comment
Iger V.99.1aIger V.99.1b
Iger V.00.1a
Interesting fact
The Sigismund III Vasa coin was minted during a time of great change in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. It was the first coin to feature the image of King Sigismund III Vasa, who ruled from 1587 to 1632. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the king's power and authority, and it was widely used throughout the Commonwealth. Despite its small size, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the time and remains a valuable collector's item today.