Token - Hrad Likava (Via Templar)
Issuer Slovakia
Type Tokens
Obverse
The inner circle measuring 2/3 of the coin's diameter contains a stylized templar cross with branches split in half, reaching the circle's circumference. The outer side of the circle contains the lettering in medieval script. The two words of lettering are separated with an asymmetrical floral design.
Lettering: VIA TEMPLAR.
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
Basic Information
Category
Exonumia
Demonetization
No
Physical Characteristics
Composition
(Silvery metal)
Weight
7 g
Size
28 mm
Thickness
1.25 mm
Shape
Round
Technical Details
Obverse Lettering
VIA TEMPLAR.
Reverse Lettering
HRAD LIKAVA
Comments
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.
