Sigismund II Augustus, Half-Grosz 1565, Vilnius – 22 Pogoń, Axe, L/LITV
The fifteenth type of the Eagle and the twenty-second type of the Pogoń.
The Axe coat of arms divides the edge inscription at the bottom of the reverse.
A variant with the king’s title on the obverse ending with ... POLO M D L and a circumferential inscription on the reverse ending with ... LITV
Condition: 2+/1-
Minor imperfections in the disc and strike, but a beautifully preserved piece. Intense luster and mint mirror finish. A beautiful coin.
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Metal: silver
Weight: 1.23 g
References: Kopicki 3273, Cesnulis/Ivanauskas (2018) 4SA165-35, Ivanauskas (2012) 4SA165-34
