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© Sincona AG
1 Kreuzer - Henri II
| Billon | 0.86 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Neuchâtel |
|---|---|
| Duke | Henry II of Orléans, Duke of Longueville (1595-1663) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1622 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄84) |
| Currency | Écu (1587-1707) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.86 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#353266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattee within a twisted inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OCVLI · DO · 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, minted between 1621 and 1622, features an image of Henri II on one side and the Neuchâtel coat of arms on the other. What's interesting is that this coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, when the Thirty Years' War was raging across the continent. Despite the conflict, the Duchy of Neuchâtel managed to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, like this one.
