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© Sincona AG
Thaler SANCTVS to the left
1714 year| Silver | 27.8 g | 40.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1714 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1746) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.8 g |
| Diameter | 40.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#117829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Leodegar seated, facing left, looking right, wearing mitre and episcopal regalia, raising right hand in benediction and holding crosier in left hand. Putto seated below, facing right, holding drill in right hand and palm leaf in left hand. Coat of arm of Lucerne on ornate shield with scrolls to the right. Inscription starts at 9 o'clock.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SANCTVS LEODEGARIVS
HL
★🙥🙧★
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Interesting fact
The Thaler coin from the City of Lucerne, minted in 1714, features an image of Saint Sebastian on the reverse side. Saint Sebastian is the patron saint of archers, soldiers, and plague victims, and he is often depicted in art and literature as a symbol of courage and resilience. The inclusion of his image on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea of strength and protection, which were important values for the people of Lucerne at the time.
