20 Goldgulden 1557 front 20 Goldgulden 1557 back
20 Goldgulden 1557 photo
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20 Goldgulden

1557 year
Gold 65.3 g 46.0 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Lucerne
Period
Free imperial city (1415-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1557
Value
20 Ducats (60)
Currency
Thaler (1550-1656)
Composition
Gold
Weight
65.3 g
Diameter
46.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#291899
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms of the Holy Roman Empire depicting double headed eagle. Coat of arms of Lucerne below; left half hatched; right half plain. Two lions supporting the two coats of arms. Coats of arms of the 15 bailiwicks on square shields around; clockwise: Rothenburg, Entlebuch, Sempach, Triengen, Malters, Kriens, Merenschwand, Ebikon, Weggis, Horw, Habsburg, Münster, Sursee, Ruswil, and Willisau.

Comment

Gold strike with the dies of the 1557 thaler.

Interesting fact

The 20 Goldgulden coin from the City of Lucerne, made of gold and weighing 65.3g, is a rare and valuable coin that was minted in 1557. It is considered a collector's item and its value can vary depending on its condition, rarity, and the current market demand. It's interesting to note that the coin's design and inscriptions can provide insight into the history and culture of the time and place where it was minted.