City of Lucerne 3 Kreutzers, 1597
Gothic shield
Information
Country
City of Lucerne
City of Lucerne
Currency
Thaler
(1550 – 1656)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
3 Kreuzers
Year
1597
Ruler
Free imperial city
(1415–1648)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Weight (g)
1.86
Diameter (mm)
22.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
3 Kreuzers from City of Lucerne. Issued in 1597. Struck in Silver. Measures 22.4 mm and weighs 1.86 g.
- Obverse
- Coat of arms of Lucerne on gothic shield; left field with diamond hatch; right field with offset outline. "9" to the left; "7" to the right. (Coin of Lucerne.)
- Reverse
- Double-headed eagle with value "3" in round frame on chest. Crown above the heads. (Blessed be the name of the Lord.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1597 | — |
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