Ducat (Church of Saint Leodegar im Hof) 1633 front Ducat (Church of Saint Leodegar im Hof) 1633 back
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Ducat Church of Saint Leodegar im Hof

1633 year
Gold 3.25 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Lucerne
Period
Free imperial city (1415-1648)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1633
Value
1 Ducat (3)
Currency
Thaler (1550-1656)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.25 g
Size
20.0 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Technique
Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#296507
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in six lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN MEMOR ·
BENEDN IS
ANG . LAP . NO .
ECCL · COLL ·
SEN · LVCER :
F . F . ET . D . D

Unabridged legend: In memoriam benedictionis insidias angularis lapis novum ecclesiasticum collegium. Senatus Lucernensis fieri fecit et dono dedit.

Translation: In memory of the blessing of the laying of the cornerstone of the new ecclesiastical college. The senate of Lucerne made it happen and made an offering.

Comment

The laying of the cornerstone for the new Church of Saint Leodegar im Hof was celebrated in 1633 by the issue of a square ducat weighing 3.3 g of gold, minted in 12 000 copies. The church had burnt down earlier that year.

Interesting fact

The Church of Saint Leodegar im Hof Ducat coin from 1633 is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted. It's made of gold and weighs 3.25 grams, making it a unique and sought-after piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1633  12000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ducat (Church of Saint Leodegar im Hof) 1633 coin.