1 Kreuzer - Frederick William II (SVVM CVIQVE) 1789-1790 front 1 Kreuzer - Frederick William II (SVVM CVIQVE) 1789-1790 back
1 Kreuzer - Frederick William II (SVVM CVIQVE) 1789-1790 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Frederick William II SVVM CVIQVE

 
Billon 1.061 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Neuchâtel
Prince
Frederick William II of Prussia (1786-1797)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1789-1790
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄84)
Currency
Thaler (1786-1848)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.061 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#228381
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross recircled, hollowed out, notched or pierced with a circle at the ends of the branches, with four fleurons in cantons.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVVM ᛭ CVIQUE ᛭ 1789 ᛭ CR · I ᛭

Unabridged legend: Suum cuique

Translation: To each his own.

Engraver: Charles Motta

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Principality of Neuchâtel was minted during the reign of Frederick William II, who was the King of Prussia at the time. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Neuchâtel on the other. The coin was made of billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper, and weighs 1.061 grams. Despite its small size, the coin has a rich history and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.