Polish-Lithuanian silver coin of 1583, troika (3 groszy) of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

Identification

• Denomination: troyak (3 groszy)

• Country: Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth (Poland–Lithuania)

• Ruler: Stefan Batory, King of Poland

• Date: 1583 (clearly legible on the reverse)

• Metal: silver

• Minting: machine (roller), typical of the late 16th century

Description of the sides

Obverse:

Portrait of King Stefan Batory, crowned, facing right.

Legend (variations are allowed):

STEPH D G REX POLONIÆ — "Stephen, by the grace of God, King of Poland."

Reverse:

Multiple-line inscription:

GROS • TRIP • POLONIÆ

Below is the date 1583.

At the bottom is a shield with a cross (the coat of arms of the crown lands), and at the top are elements of the state symbols.

The coin is authentic in type and style, common, but always in demand.