Thaler, 1564, Vilnius mint
Sigismund II August (1544 - 1572)
Obverse: First bust of Philip II.
Lettering: PHILIP • R • ANG • FRAN • NEAP • PR • HIS / IBR
Reverse: Legend surrounded by wreath of laurel, countermark "15SA64".
Lettering: HILARI / TAS / VNIVER / 15 SA 64
Identification
Ivanauskas, E., Cesnulis, E. (2016). Lithuanian coins of Sigismund August 1545-1571. Kaunas: Author
number: 15SA5-1
Rarity: RRRR (Not more than 10 pieces)
Ivanauskas, E. (2013). Coins and Bars of Lithuania 1236-2012 (Vol. 1). Kaunas: Author
number: 15SA5-1
Rarity: RRRR (Not more than 10 pieces)
Main data
Denomination: Thaler
Value: 30
Currency: Groat
Year: 1564
Type: Countersigned
Minting
Mint: Vilnius
Minting type: hammered
Parameters
Material: Silver
Diameter (mm): 41
Shape: Round
