© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Gold Leopold - Leopold I
1702 year| Gold | 6.73 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold (1697-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1702 |
| Value | 1 Gold Leopold (13) |
| Currency | Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.73 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#361806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned L’s in cruciform.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TV • DO • MINE • SPES • MEA •
Translation: In you my lord I put my trust.
Interesting fact
The Gold Leopold coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1690 until his death in 1702. The coin was part of a series of gold coins that were minted to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin's design features an image of Leopold I on one side and the coat of arms of Lorraine on the other. The coin's value was set at 12 livres, which was a significant amount at the time. Despite its value, the coin was not widely used due to its high gold content, and many were melted down for their gold content. As a result, the Gold Leopold coin is now a rare and highly sought-after collector's item.
