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10 Kreuzers - Henri II ND
1648 year| Silver | 2 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Neuchâtel |
|---|---|
| Duke | Henry II of Orléans, Duke of Longueville (1595-1663) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1648 |
| Value | 10 Kreuzers (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Écu (1587-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Draped bust of Henri II of Orléans facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OCVLI · DNI · ET · PAX · SVP · IVSTOS
Unabridged legend: Oculi Domini Et Pax Super Iustos
Translation: The eyes of the Lord are on peace and the righteous.
Comment
(fr)Ces pièces de 10 kreuzers étaient frappées pour le commerce avec le Levant et sont appelées aussi luigino.
Interesting fact
The 10 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Duke Henri II of Orléans, who ruled the Duchy of Neuchâtel from 1643 until his death in 1661. The coin features an image of the Duke on one side and the Neuchâtel coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver and weighed 2 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was widely used in the region and remains a popular collector's item today.
