4 Ducats Wild man
1695 yearGold | 13.89 g | - |
Issuer | City of Lucerne |
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Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1695 |
Value | 4 Ducats (11) |
Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 13.89 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#302501 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Leodegar, seated, nimbate, wearing mitre, mantle and cross, holding crosier in right hand, hand drill in left hand and book under left arm.
Lettering: SANCTVS LEODIGARIVS EPISC, +
Translation:
Sanctus Leodigarius episcopus.
Saint Leodegar, bishop.
Interesting fact
The 4 Ducats (Wild Man) coin from the City of Lucerne, minted in 1695, is an extremely rare and valuable coin. It is believed that only 12 of these coins were minted, making it one of the rarest coins in the world.