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© Hess Divo
Ducat
1725 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1725 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2.75) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#117850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full length figure of saint Leodegar standing, facing forward, wearing mitre and episcopal mantle, holding drill in right hand and crosier in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS LEODEGARIVS
Translation:
Sanctus Leodigarius.
Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Mint master: Karl Franz Krauer (1724-1728)Varieties:
Variety 1 (Wielandt# 156)
Obverse lettering: ⟡ SIS ⟡ // -› 1725 ‹-
Variety 2 (Wielandt# 156a)
Obverse lettering: ⫞ SIS ⱶ // 1725
Interesting fact
The Ducat 1725 from the City of Lucerne is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted. It is made of gold with a purity of .986, which means it contains 98.6% gold. The coin weighs 3.5 grams, making it a small but significant piece of history. Interestingly, the Ducat 1725 was minted during a time when the City of Lucerne was an independent state, and it features the coat of arms of the city on one side and the image of a lion on the other. The lion is a symbol of strength and courage, which was a common motif in coinage during that era. Today, the Ducat 1725 is highly sought after by collectors and historians, not only for its rarity but also for its historical significance. It is a tangible piece of history that connects us to the past and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the City of Lucerne.
