10 Ducats SANCTVS to the left
1714 year| Gold | 34.5 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1714 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (27.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 34.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#311660 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Leodegar seated, facing left, looking right, wearing mitre and episcopal regalia, raising right hand in benediction and holding crosier in left hand. Putto seated below, facing right, holding drill in right hand and palm leaf in left hand. Coat of arm of Lucerne on ornate shield with scrolls to the right. Inscription begins at 9 o'clock.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SANCTVS LEODEGARIVS
HL
★🙥🙧★
Translation: Saint Leodegar.
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Comment
Mint master:Hans Wilhelm Krauer (1713-1715)
Interesting fact
The 10 Ducats coin from the City of Lucerne, made of gold and weighing 34.5g, is a rare and valuable coin that was minted in 1714. It features the image of Saint Sebastian on one side and the coat of arms of Lucerne on the other. The coin was used as a means of payment and was considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity in the region. Today, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
