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20 Kreuzer
Silver | 4.10 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | City of Lucerne |
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Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1795-1796 |
Value | 20 Kreuzers (⅜) |
Currency | New Thaler (1773-1797) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 4.10 g |
Diameter | 25 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#76572 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Monogram in cruciform with value in center
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·1795· DOMINVS SPES POPVLI SVI
20
Interesting fact
The 20 Kreuzer coin from Lucerne features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a stylized image of a shield with the city's coat of arms, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was meant to symbolize the city's strength and resilience, as well as its connection to the Swiss Confederation. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a crowned shield with the Swiss cross, representing the unity and independence of Switzerland. I hope you find this fact interesting and informative!