© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
Gulden Almond-shaped shield; straight inscription
1713 year| Silver | 13.4 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1713 |
| Value | 1 Gulden = ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.4 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#311666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription in four lines within ornate cartouche with scrolls and leaves.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AUXILIO
DEI
PROSPE :
RE
Translation:
Auxilio Dei prospere.
Success with God's help.
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Comment
Mint master:Hans Wilhelm Krauer (1713-1715)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1713 Silver Gulden from the City of Lucerne is that it features an almond-shaped shield on its obverse, which was a unique design element for coins issued by this city during that time period.
