Grossus

1581Circulation

Kop# 8081

  • Diameter22.5 mm
  • Weight1.71 g

MetalBillon

Obverse

Crowned bust facing right surrounded by legend

Legend
English
STEPH · D · G · REX · PO · M · D · L ·
Stephen Dei Gratia Rex Polonia Magnus Dux Livoniae Stephen Báthory, with God's grace, King of Poland and great Duke of Livonia

Reverse

Two shields with crown above and crossed keys separating date below, all surrounded by legend

Legend
English
GROSSVS · CIVI · RIGENSIS
Grossus Civitatis Rigensis
15 - 81
Grossus of the city of Riga

Edge

Type Plain

Issues

  • 1581 Riga