Medal of Merit (Bronze) 1745 front Medal of Merit (Bronze) 1745 back
Medal of Merit (Bronze) 1745 photo
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Medal of Merit Bronze

1745 year
Bronze 32.81 g 48.90 mm
Description
Location
City of Lucerne
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Medals › Award medals
Year
1745
Currency
Thaler (1675-1746)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
32.81 g
Diameter
48.90 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-13
References
Numista
N#337834
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: Lucernes at my feet.

Engraver: Jakob Brupacher