2 pistoles - Henri II 1603 front 2 pistoles - Henri II 1603 back
2 pistoles - Henri II 1603 photo
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2 pistoles - Henri II

1603 year
Gold 13.17 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Neuchâtel
Duke
Henry II of Orléans, Duke of Longueville (1595-1663)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1603
Value
2 Pistoles
Currency
Écu (1587-1707)
Composition
Gold
Weight
13.17 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#330390
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quarterly shield of Orléans-Longueville and Neuchâtel surmounted by a rounded crown. Celery leaves fleurons.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OCVLI🕂DOMINI🕂SVPER🕂IVSTOS
16 03

Unabridged legend: Oculi Domini Super Iustos

Translation: The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous.

Interesting fact

The 2 pistoles - Henri II 1603 coin from the Duchy of Neuchâtel is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted using gold.