© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Double Gold Leopold - Leopold I
| Gold (.917) | 12.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold (1697-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1725 |
| Value | 2 Gold Leopold (26) |
| Currency | Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#322109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with nine-fold arms of Lorraine.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TV · DOMINE · SPES · MEA ·
Translation: You, Lord, are my hope.
Comment
In Krause, the weight and image for KM-120 "Léopold d'Or" are not correct.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Gold Leopold coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1724-1725, during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Duke of Lorraine and later became the Holy Roman Emperor. This period saw significant changes in the European monetary system, with the introduction of new currencies and the devaluation of older ones. The Double Gold Leopold coin was minted to address these changes and to promote trade and commerce in the region. Its unique blend of gold and other metals made it a valuable and sought-after currency, both during its time and among collectors today.
