© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
½ Batzen "Doppler" Renaissance shield; gothic script ND
| Billon | 1.6 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1502-1507 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1422-1550) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#289956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Front-facing bust of Saint Leodegar in regalia, wearing embroidered mitre and holding hand drill in right hand. Gothic script.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ SANCTVS + LEODIGARIVS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ SANCTVS + LEODIGARIVS
Translation: Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1 (Wielandt# 13a)
Obverse lettering: MONETA + LVCERNENSIS
reverse lettering: + SANCTVS + LEODIGARIVS
Variety 2 (Wielandt# 13b)
Obverse lettering: MONETA + LVCERNENSIS
reverse lettering: + SANCTVSI + LEODIGARIVS ⁑
Variety 3 (Wielandt# 13c)
Obverse lettering: MONETA + LVCERNENSIS
reverse lettering: + SANCTVS + LVDIGARIVS
Variety 4 (Wielandt# 13d)
Obverse lettering: MONETA + LVCERNENSI
reverse lettering: + SANCTVS + LEODEGAR
Variety 5 (Wielandt# 13e)
Obverse lettering: MONETA ＊ LVCERNENS'
reverse lettering: + ⸰ SANCTVS + LEODGAR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Batzen "Doppler" coin from the City of Lucerne is that it features a unique Renaissance shield design on one side, accompanied by gothic script. This shield design was a common motif in Renaissance art and architecture, and its inclusion on the coin reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time. Additionally, the use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, in the coin's minting process was a common practice during this period, as it allowed for the creation of durable and long-lasting coins.
