Schilling Gothic script; MONETA NOVA LVCERNENSIS ND
| Billon | 1.6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1422-1480 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1422-1550) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#290000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Leodegar standing, nimbate, in regalia, wearing mitre, holding hand drill in right hand and crosier in right hand. Polylobe behind. Gothic script.
Lettering: SANCT LEODIG
Translation: Saint Leodegar.
Interesting fact
The Schilling coin from the City of Lucerne, made of Billon and weighing 1.6g, features a unique Gothic script inscription "MONETA NOVA LVCERNENSIS" which translates to "New Money of Lucerne". This indicates that the coin was issued during a time of monetary reform or change in the city, and the use of a new script style may have been intended to distinguish the new coins from older issues.
