John the Baptist, the Patron Saint of Groningen, standing facing with the index finger of his right hand pointing to the Lamb of God (Agnus dei), which is seated upon a book in his left arm.
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Latin
Obverse lettering
SANCTVS
IOANNES | BABTISTA A 1561
Reverse description
Crowned double-headed eagle with coat of arms of Groningen upon chest.
