Schilling Copper trial strike
1743 year| Copper | - | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1743 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#345363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing portrait of Saint Leodegari.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT : LEODEGARI · 🟉
Unabridged legend: Sancti Leodegari.
Translation: Of Saint Leodegar.
Engraver: Johann Haag
Interesting fact
The Pattern Schilling (Copper trial strike) 1743 from City of Lucerne made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a test run to evaluate the quality of the coin's design and production process. As a result, only a limited number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors.
