2 Thalers Medal of Merit 1745 front 2 Thalers Medal of Merit 1745 back
2 Thalers Medal of Merit 1745 photo
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2 Thalers Medal of Merit

1745 year
Silver 58.25 g 49 mm
Description
Location
City of Lucerne
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Medals › Award medals
Year
1745
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1675-1746)
Composition
Silver
Weight
58.25 g
Diameter
49 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-13
References
Numista
N#337826
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
· I · BRUPACHER

Translation: Lucerne at my feet.

Engraver: Jakob Brupacher