Trzeciak koronny - Sigismund I the Old (Kraków) 1527-1546 front Trzeciak koronny - Sigismund I the Old (Kraków) 1527-1546 back
Trzeciak koronny - Sigismund I the Old (Kraków) 1527-1546 photo
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Trzeciak koronny - Sigismund I the Old Kraków

 
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Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Poland
King
Sigismund I the Old (Zygmunt I Stary) (1506-1548)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1527-1546
Value
Trzeciak = ⅙ Grosza
Currency
First Złoty (1526-1572)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#98960
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Kopicki 401
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Kopicki 402
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Kopicki 403
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Interesting fact

The Trzeciak koronny coin was used as a means of payment in the Kingdom of Poland during the reign of Sigismund I the Old (1527-1546). It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the king's name and title on one side and the Polish coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in Kraków, which was the capital city of Poland at the time. Despite its age, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly sought after by collectors.