© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
Schilling Gothic script; antiqua M; MONETA LVCERNENSIS ND
| Billon | 1.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1482-1497 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1422-1550) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#290004 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Leodegar standing, nimbate, in regalia, wearing mitre, holding hand drill in right hand and crosier in left hand. Polylobe behind. Gothic script.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SANCT LVDIGA
Lettering (regular font): SANCT LVDIGA
Translation: Saint Leodegar.
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1 (Wielandt# 18.1a)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ❀ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCTV LVDIGA
Variety 2 (Wielandt# 18.1b)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ❀ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGA
Variety 3 (Wielandt# 18.1c)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ❀ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCVS LVDIGA
Variety 4 (Wielandt# 18.2a)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCTV LVDIGA
Variety 5 (Wielandt# 18.2b)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGA
Variety 6 (Wielandt# 18.2c)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCVS LVDIGA
Variety 7 (Wielandt# 18.3a)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ⸰ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCTV LVDIGA
Variety 8 (Wielandt# 18.3b)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ⸰ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGA
Variety 9 (Wielandt# 18.3c)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ⸰ LVCERNENSIS
Reverse lettering: SANCVS LVDIGA
Variety 10 (Wielandt# 18d)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGAR
Variety 11 (Wielandt# 18e)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCTVS LVDIGAR
Variety 12 (Wielandt# 18f)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCTVS LVDIGA
Variety 13 (Wielandt# 18g)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCTV LVDIGA
Variety 14 (Wielandt# 18h)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGA
Variety 15 (Wielandt# 18i)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCV LVDIGA
Variety 16 (Wielandt# 18k)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCVS LVDIGA
Variety 17 (Wielandt# 18l)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ✠ LVCERNENSI'
Reverse lettering: SANCT LEODIGAR
Variety 18 (Wielandt# 18m)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA ⸰ LVCERNEN'
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGAR
Variety 19 (Wielandt# 18n)
Obverse lettering: ✠ MONETA LVCERNEN
Reverse lettering: SANCT LVDIGA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Gothic script and antiqua M, which was a common style used in the Middle Ages. The use of both scripts on the coin highlights the cultural and artistic influences of the time period. Additionally, the coin's weight of 1.6g is relatively light compared to other coins of similar denomination, which makes it a notable feature.
