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½ Kreuzer - Henri I ND
1590 year| Billon | 0.52 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Neuchâtel |
|---|---|
| Duke | Henry I of Orléans, Duke of Longueville (1588-1595) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1590 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄168) |
| Currency | Écu (1587-1707) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.52 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#121396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Forked cross with four “H”.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OCVLI · DOM · SVPER · IVSTOS ✿
Unabridged legend: Oculi Domini Super Iustos
Translation: The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous.
Interesting fact
The ½ Kreuzer coin from Duchy of Neuchâtel, minted in 1590 during the reign of Henri I, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age, rarity, and historical significance. It is made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, and weighs only 0.52 grams, making it a unique and fascinating piece of numismatic history.