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4 Batzens Restrike
1744 year| Silver | 4.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1744 |
| Value | 4 Batzens = 2⁄15 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#117811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and date within cartouche, shell above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA NOVA REIP · LUCERNENSIS
IIII
BATZEN
1744
Unabridged legend: Moneta nova Republicae Lucernensis.
Translation: New coin of the Republic of Lucerne.
Engraver: Johann Bruppacher
Comment
There are no known surviving originals of this coin, likely due to the sudden death of mint master Krauer in1744. Only 50 pieces were struck in 1890 with the original dies.Interesting fact
The 4 Batzens coin from the City of Lucerne, minted in 1744, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted using a technique called "restrike," which means that the coin was struck multiple times to create multiple copies of the same coin. This technique was used to create additional coins without having to mint new dies, and it resulted in a slightly different finish and detail compared to the original coin. The restrike coins were often minted years after the original coin was produced, and they can be identified by a small difference in the design or a special marking. The 4 Batzens restrike coin from Lucerne is a unique and valuable piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1744 (1890) | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Batzens (Restrike) 1744 coin.
