© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Trojak / 3 Grosze - Sigismund III Vasa Wschowa; Lewart arms, star
1601 year| Silver (.844) | 2.37 g | - |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund III Vasa (Zygmunt III Waza) (1587-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1601 |
| Value | 3 Groschens (Trojak) (0.1) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.844) |
| Weight | 2.37 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#352490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription in two lines ending with star. Above, value in Roman numerals above Polish eagle, Wasa arms and Lithuanian rider. Below, Lewart arms divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
GROS · ARG
TRI · R · PO🞹
16 ( ) 01
Unabridged legend: Grossus argenteum triplex regni Poloniae
Translation: Silver three grossus of the Kingdom of Poland
Comment
The main Wschowa subtypes and dates are grouped in the catalog according to the arms, initials and mintmark at the bottom of the reverse.The minor variants for each date are described below.
Iger W.01.5 (Main photos)
Interesting fact
The Sigismund III Vasa coin was minted during a time of great change in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Sigismund III, who ruled from 1587 to 1632, was the last king of the Vasa dynasty and oversaw a period of political and religious upheaval. The coin's design, featuring the Lewart arms and star, reflects the royal coat of arms of the Vasa family and symbolizes the king's power and influence. Despite the turmoil of the time, coins like this one were an important part of everyday commerce and trade, and they continue to be prized by collectors today.
