Lithuania 5-LITAI (KM113)

Horse

The image of Vytis -- the White Knight -- on horseback was first used in 1366 on the seal of the Grand Duke of Lithuania. From there it was handed down through centuries, making its way onto heraldic shields and state emblems.

Lithuania's second bi-metallic coin, featuring a golden horse with silver hooves!


Diameter
27.5 mm
Composition
Brass in Copper-Nickel ring
Catalogue #
KM113
Obverse Legend
LIETUVA
Reverse Legend
5 LITAI
Edge Legend
PENKI LITAI PENKI LITAI

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