© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Rappen Gold trial strike
1774 year| Silver | 1.4 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1774 |
| Value | 1 Rappen (1⁄360) |
| Currency | New Thaler (1773-1797) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#345466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription in three lines within ornate cartouche with scrolls.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
I
RAPEN
1774
Engraver: Johann Caspar Brupacher
Comment
Mint masters: Joseph and Paul Keiser (1774-1791). Minted at the order of treasurer (Säckelmeister) Felix Balthasar.Weight varies 0.84-1.43 g.
Interesting fact
The Pattern Rappen (Gold trial strike) 1774 from City of Lucerne made of Silver weighing 1.4 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples existing in the world. It is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists and is highly sought after due to its historical significance and rarity.
