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Louis XVI - "AMAT AUREA CONDERE SÆCLA" - Jeton de Nuremberg par Lauer ND
| Brass | 2.5 g | 25 mm |
| Location | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Utility items › Counter tokens |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#350620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Figure (standing facing left on clouds, ocean below) holding a balance in his raised right hand, and a cornucopia in his left. Surrounding legend and engraver's name in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMAT AUREA CONDERE SÆCLA.
LAUER
Engraver: Lauer
Edge
Plain
Comment
The reverse of this token is a remake of the one struck during the Regency of Louis XV. It was struck around 1793 after the death of Louis XVI.The Lauer family engraver was probably Ernst Ludwig Sigmund Lauer (1783-1829).
