Schilling
| Billon | 1.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1743 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#106922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Half-length figure of Saint Leodegar, front-facing, with nimbus, wearing mitre and episcopal robe, holding hand drill in right hand and crosier in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT : LEODEGARI · 🟌
Unabridged legend: Sancti Leodegari.
Translation: Of Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1742 (Wielandt# 172; Haas L# 604)
Engraver: Jean Thiébaud
Engraver's mark: I T
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Variety 1743 (Wielandt# 173; Haas L# 605)
Engraver: Johann Haag
Engraver's mark: I H
© Sincona AG
Interesting fact
The Schilling 1742-1743 from City of Lucerne is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples remaining in existence. It is made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, and weighs 1.3 grams. Despite its small size, this coin is a significant piece of numismatic history and is highly sought after by collectors.
