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© Sincona AG
3 Kreuzers Shield on trefoil ND
| Silver | 1.52 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1589-1606 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzers (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler (1550-1656) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#298614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double-headed eagle with value "3" in round frame on chest. Crown above the heads.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ＊SIT ✶ NOE ✶ DMI ✶ BNDICTVM
Unabridged legend: Sit nomen Domini benedictum.
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Comment
Mint masters:Rudolf Pfyffer and Rochus Rooter (1589)
Christian Meissberger (1592-1594)
Caspar Futter (1597-1606)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the City of Lucerne is that it features a unique shield on trefoil design, which was a common motif in medieval heraldry and symbolized the Holy Trinity.
