2 Thalers Medal of Merit 1714 front 2 Thalers Medal of Merit 1714 back
2 Thalers Medal of Merit 1714 photo
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2 Thalers Medal of Merit

1714 year
Silver 55.05 g 50.1 mm
Description
Location
City of Lucerne
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Medals › Award medals
Year
1714
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1675-1746)
Composition
Silver
Weight
55.05 g
Diameter
50.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-13
References
Numista
N#311595
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Aerial view of the city of Lucerne seen from the south, with the Reuss River, Vierwaldstätter Lake, Chapel Bridge, Musegg Wall, and Saint Leodegar Church. Crowned Madonna with baby Christ in cloud above. To the right, putto facing left, holding torch in right hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LVCERNA PEDIBVS MEIS

Translation:
Lucerna pedibus meis.
Lamp at my feet.

Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger