City of Lucerne 2 Ducats, 1603
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Information
Country
City of Lucerne
City of Lucerne
Currency
Thaler
(1550 – 1656)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Ducats
Year
1603
Ruler
Free imperial city
(1415–1648)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Weight (g)
6.9
Diameter (mm)
29.2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Ducats from City of Lucerne. Issued in 1603. Struck in Gold. Measures 29.2 mm and weighs 6.9 g.
- Obverse
- Nimbate double-headed eagle. Coat of arms of Lucerne below; left field with vegetal motif; right field plain. "16" and "L" in left field. "03" and "V" in right field. (Moneta nova Lucernensis. New coin of Lucerne.)
- Reverse
- Front-facing bust of Saint Leodegar, with nimbus, mitre, hand drill, and crosier. (Saint Leodegar.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1603 | — |
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