Thaler Medal of Merit 1746 front Thaler Medal of Merit 1746 back
Thaler Medal of Merit 1746 photo
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Thaler Medal of Merit

1746 year
Silver 25.0 g 40.0 mm
Description
Location
City of Lucerne
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Medals › Award medals
Year
1746
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1675-1746)
Composition
Silver
Weight
25.0 g
Diameter
40.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-13
References
Numista
N#337836
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 wreath in right hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LVCERNA PEDIBVS MEIS
I · Brupacher

Translation: Lucerne at my feet.

Engraver: Jakob Brupacher