© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Silver Leopold - Leopold I with Ls
| Silver (.917) | 20.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Lorraine (French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold (1697-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1725 |
| Value | 1 Silver Leopold (3.4) |
| Currency | Pound of Lorraine (1700-1737) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 20.3 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#365963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eight crowned Ls arranged in pairs in shape of cross, a Jerusalem cross in circle at center, and an alerion in each corner.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN · TE · DOMINE SPERAVI · 1726
Translation: I put my trust in you, Lord.
Edge
Cabled
Comment
In Krause this type is called a Thaler.Some auction houses call it the equivalent of 1/2 Ecu.
Interesting fact
The Silver Leopold coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1724 to 1729. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the coat of arms of Lorraine on the other. The use of the Latin inscription "Leopoldus Dux" (Leopold, Duke) on the coin highlights the importance of Latin in official documents and coinage during that time period.
