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Angster
| Copper | 0.7 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1775-1790 |
| Value | 1 Angster = 1⁄720 New Thaler |
| Currency | New Thaler (1773-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#60853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Inscription in three lines with baroque scrolls above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
I
ANGSTER
1790
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1775 (Wielandt# 183)
Weight: 0.62–0.8 g
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Variety 1790 (Wielandt# 184)
Weight: 0.6–0.8 g
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Interesting fact
The Angster coin from the City of Lucerne was used as a currency in the 18th century, and it was made of copper. Copper was a common material for coins during that time because it was durable, accessible, and relatively inexpensive. The fact that the Angster coin was made of copper suggests that it was intended for everyday use and transactions, rather than being a collector's item or a symbol of wealth. Additionally, the fact that it weighs only 0.7 grams makes it a lightweight and portable currency, which would have been convenient for people to carry around and use in their daily lives.
