3 Goldgulden ND
| Gold | 10.1 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1700 |
| Value | 3 Goldgulden (9) |
| Currency | Thaler (1550-1656) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#291950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Saint Leodegar facing right, in regalia, wearing mitre with rosettes, and holding hand drill on right shoulder. Antiqua script.
Lettering: ✶ SANCT9 ♣ LEODIGARI9
Translation:
Sanctus Leodigarius.
Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Overstruck on a Spanish doubloon of the 17th century.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Goldgulden coin from the City of Lucerne is that it was minted during a time when the Swiss Confederation was still a relatively new entity. The coin was minted between 1601 and 1700, and during this time, the Swiss Confederation was still in its formative stages, having been established in 1291. The coin's minting was likely a way for the City of Lucerne to demonstrate its allegiance to the Confederation and to showcase its economic power and influence in the region.
