10 Ducats Imperial eagle
1622 year| Silver | 33.59 g |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1622 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (30) |
| Currency | Thaler (1550-1656) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 33.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#296517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Leodegar standing, with nimbus, wearing mitre, robe and cross, holding hand drill in right hand and crosier in left hand.
Lettering: + SANCTVS 🞹 LEODIGARIVS 🞹 P 🞹
Translation:
Sanctus Leodigarius patronus.
Patron Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Minted with the dies of the Thaler pieces from 1622.Interesting fact
The 10 Ducats coin from the City of Lucerne, minted in 1622, features an image of the Imperial Eagle on one side and the coat of arms of Lucerne on the other. It was made of silver and weighs 33.59 grams. Interesting fact: The Imperial Eagle depicted on the coin was a symbol of the Holy Roman Empire, which was a political entity that existed in Europe from the 10th to the 19th century. The eagle was used as a symbol of the empire's power and authority, and its image was often featured on coins and other official documents.
