Kreuzer "Etschkreuzer" SAN LVDIGARIVS ND
| Silver | 0.9 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1502-1550 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Thaler (1422-1550) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#291884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double cross. Gothic script.
Lettering: SAN LVDIGARIVS
Translation:
Sanctus Leodigarius.
Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1 (Wielandt# 20)
Obverse lettering: · MONE · LVCERNENSI
Variety 2 (Wielandt# 20a)
Obverse lettering: ❀ MONE ❀ LVC ERNENSI
Variety 3 (Wielandt# 20b)
Obverse lettering: ❀ MONE · LV CERNENS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Kreuzer "Etschkreuzer" (SAN LVDIGARIVS) ND (1502-1550) from City of Lucerne is that it was used as a currency in the city of Lucerne and its surrounding areas during the 16th century. It was made of silver and weighed 0.9 grams, making it a valuable and reliable form of currency during that time.
