Schilling (Throned Leodegar) ND (1482-1497) front Schilling (Throned Leodegar) ND (1482-1497) back
Schilling (Throned Leodegar) ND (1482-1497) photo
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Schilling Throned Leodegar ND

 
Billon 1.6 g 21 mm
Description
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
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#290006
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint Leodegar standing, nimbate, in regalia, wearing mitre, holding hand drill in right hand and crosier in left hand. Throne behind. Gothic script.

Lettering: SANCT LVDIGAR'

Translation:
Sanctus Ludigarius.
Saint Leodegar.

Interesting fact

The Schilling (Throned Leodegar) ND (1482-1497) from City of Lucerne is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains a mixture of metals, and weighs 1.6 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Saint Leodegar, the patron saint of Lucerne, seated on a throne and surrounded by angels. This coin is a significant piece of history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists.