CVC & Collectables presents a rare Silver Gros struck under King Stefan Uroš II Milutin, ruler of Serbia from 1282 to 1321, and one of the most influential monarchs of the Nemanjić dynasty. This high-grade example, certified NGC AU Details, weighs 2.16 grams and features rich Christian iconography and regal symbolism reflective of Serbia’s medieval golden age.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Serbia – Kingdom of Serbia
- Monarch: Stefan Uroš II Milutin (r. 1282–1321)
- Denomination: Gros (silver coin)
- Composition: Silver
- Weight: 2.16 grams
- Grade: NGC AU Details
- References: Jovanović SMC p. 23, 14; Jovanović Srpski Srednjovekovni Novac 7.9.2
- Rarity: Rare
Obverse:
Crowned and bearded King Stefan Uroš II seated facing on a throne, holding a lily-tipped scepter in his right hand and a patriarchal cross on globe in his left. Inscription: STEFAN REX, proclaiming his royal authority.
Reverse:
Christ enthroned, haloed (nimbus with three crosses), seated facing, holding the Gospel book with both hands. In the fields:
- Left: IC above fleur-de-lis
- Right: XC above fleur-de-lis
This religious imagery emphasizes the king’s divine legitimacy and the Orthodox Christian identity of the Serbian state.
Collectibility:
This NGC AU Details gros offers strong eye appeal and near-unparalleled detail for a coin over 700 years old. Highly desirable for collectors of medieval Balkan coinage, Orthodox Christian numismatics, or Nemanjić dynasty artifacts. Find more alike here!
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