5 Ducats, Switzerland

5 Ducats, Switzerland, 1698 obverse image5 Ducats, Switzerland, 1698 reverse image
5 Ducats coin main info

Main information

  • Country:
    Switzerland flagSwitzerland
  • Years of Minting:
    1698
  • Period:
    Republic (1648-1798)
  • Coin Type:
    Standard circulation coin
  • Shape:
    Round (irregular)
  • Technique:
    Roller milled
  • Mint:
    Lucerne, Switzerland
5 Ducats Reference Price

Reference Price

$200.00-$6153.00

The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

5 Ducats Coin Design

Coin Design

Reverse

Description:

Front-facing full figure of Saint Leodegar, standing, wearing episcopal attire and mitre, holding crosier in left hand and drill in right hand.

Engraver:

n/a

Designer:

n/a

Obverse

Description:

Ornate coat of arms of Lucerne. Head of cherub above.

Engraver:

n/a

Designer:

n/a

Edge

Description:

n/a

5 Ducats Lettering

Lettering

Obverse:

MONETA NOVA REIPU . LUCERNS . ✶ 1698 ✶

Reverse:

SANCT : LEODIGARIUS PATRON :

5 Ducats Physical Feature

Physical Feature

Composition

Gold (.986)

Size

5 Ducats sizes
  • Weight:17.35 g
  • Diameter:n/a
  • Thickness:n/a
  • Edge:n/a

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