Token - Hrad Likava (Via Templar) ND front Token - Hrad Likava (Via Templar) ND back
Token - Hrad Likava (Via Templar) ND photo
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Token - Hrad Likava (Via Templar) ND

 
(Silvery metal) 7 g 28 mm
Description
Location
Slovakia
Type
› Tokens
Composition
(Silvery metal)
Weight
7 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
1.25 mm
Shape
Round
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#271550
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The inner circle measuring 2/3 of the coin's diameter contains an image of the Likava Castle on a rock. The upper half of the outer side of the circle contains the lettering in medieval script. The lower half is inscribed with floral designs enveloping a small templar cross with split branches.

Lettering: HRAD LIKAVA

Translation: Likava Castle.

Edge

Plain

Comment

The Likava Castle is rumored to have been built by the Knights Templar, although historical evidence is lacking. Written documents from 1312, however, do prove the castle's contemporary ownership by Radmir, the Prior of the Knights Templar.