City of Lucerne Thaler, 1698
Information
Country
City of Lucerne
City of Lucerne
Currency
Thaler
(1675 – 1746)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Thaler
Year
1698
Ruler
Republic
(1648–1798)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Roller milled
Weight (g)
27.63
Diameter (mm)
43.9
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Thaler from City of Lucerne. Issued in 1698. Struck in Silver. Measures 43.9 mm and weighs 27.63 g.
- Obverse
- Ornate coat of arms of Lucerne. Head of cherub above. (Moneta nova Reipublicae Lucernensis. New coin of the Republic of Lucerne.)
- Reverse
- Front-facing full figure of Saint Leodegar, standing, wearing episcopal attire and mitre, holding crosier in left hand and drill in right hand. (Sanctus Leodigarius patronus. Patron saint Leodegar.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1698 | — |
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