10 Ducats – Lucerne
Switzerland
Context
Year: 1714
Country: Switzerland 
Issuer: Lucerne
Period:
(1648—1798)
Currency:
(1675—1746)
Demonetized: Yes
References
KM: #Click to copy to clipboardG51
Numista: #181848
Value
Bullion value: $5769.85
Obverse
Description:
Four-line inscription within an ornate cartouche of two intertwined sea creatures.
Inscription:
MONETA
REIPVP .
LVCERNEN :
SIS .
1714
REIPVP .
LVCERNEN :
SIS .
1714
Script: Latin
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Reverse
Description:
Saint Leodegar, seated, blesses with his right hand and holds a crosier. A putto below holds a drill and palm leaf. The Lucerne coat of arms is on a shield, with an inscription beginning at 2 o'clock.
Inscription:
SANCTVS LEODEGARIVS
Script: Latin
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Edge
Categories
| Mythology> Fantastic animal |
| Person> Religious figure |
Mints
| Name | Mark |
|---|---|
| Lucerne | — |
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1714 | — | — |
✨ Legendary