3 Kreuzers SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM ND
| Silver | 2.2 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1571 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzers (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler (1550-1656) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#295632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double-headed eagle with imperial cross-bearing orb on chest. Value "3" inside the orb. Crown above.
Lettering: ⦂ SIT ✶ NOE · DMI ✶ BNDICTVM ⁑
Translation: Glory to God alone.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the City of Lucerne is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is not typically found on other coins of its time. This cross is believed to have been added as a symbol of the city's commitment to Christianity and its patron saint, St. Leodegar. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
