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16 Kreuzers - Mary of Nemours
1694 year| Silver (.740) | 3.8 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Neuchâtel |
|---|---|
| Duchess | Mary of Nemours (1694-1707) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1694 |
| Value | 16 Kreuzers (4⁄21) |
| Currency | Écu (1587-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.740) |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#88230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross composed of 4 M's crowned and flanked by 4 fleur-de-lis.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARIA · D · G · PR · NOVICASTRI ⯁ 1694 ✿
16
Unabridged legend: Maria Dei Gratia Principissa Novicastri
Translation: Mary, by the grace of God, Princess of Neuchâtel.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 16 Kreuzers - Mary of Nemours 1694 coin from the Duchy of Neuchâtel is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "M" and "N" on either side of the crown, which stands for the mint master's initials, Michel Neyroud. This is a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era and region.
