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Gold Leopold - Leopold I four shields
| Gold (.917) | 6.06 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold (1697-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1717-1718 |
| Value | 1 Gold Leopold (13) |
| Currency | Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6.06 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shields in cruciform, eagle in each angle, N in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TV • DOMINE SPES MEA
N
Translation: In you my lord I put my trust.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gold Leopold coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the War of the Quadruple Alliance (1718-1720) which involved many European powers, including France, which controlled the Duchy of Lorraine at the time. Despite the conflict, the coin's design remained unchanged, featuring four shields with the arms of the House of Lorraine, indicating the coin's connection to the duchy and its ruling family.
