1 Kreuzer - Henri I (vine leaves) 1590 front 1 Kreuzer - Henri I (vine leaves) 1590 back
1 Kreuzer - Henri I (vine leaves) 1590 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Henri I vine leaves

1590 year
Billon 1.01 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Neuchâtel
Duke
Henry I of Orléans, Duke of Longueville (1588-1595)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1590
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄84)
Currency
Écu (1587-1707)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.01 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#326576
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Forked cross cantoned by four "H", surmounted by crowns seen from below.

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 1 Kreuzer coin from the Duchy of Neuchâtel, featuring Henri I with vine leaves, was minted in 1590 and made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains a small amount of precious metal, typically silver or gold. Despite its relatively low value, this coin is a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and the limited number of coins minted.