1 Thaler Leodegar facing right; 16 coats of arms; mirrored shield
1518 year| Silver | 30.1 g | 42.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1518 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1422-1550) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 30.1 g |
| Diameter | 42.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#294913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of the Holy Roman Empire depicting double headed eagle. Coat of arms of Lucerne below; left field plain; right field hatched. Two lions supporting the two coats of arms. Coats of arms of the 16 bailiwicks on square shields around; clockwise: Rothenburg, Entlebuch, Sempach, Triengen, Malters, Kriens, Merenschwand, Ebikon, Rüßegg, Weggis, Horw, Habsburg, Münster, Sursee, Ruswil, and Willisau.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1518 Lucerne Thaler is that it features a unique mirrored shield design on the reverse side, which creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. This design element was a novelty for its time and adds to the coin's visual appeal.
