Duchy of Neuchâtel Écu pistolet - Henri I, 1593
Information
Country
Duchy of Neuchâtel
Duchy of Neuchâtel
Currency
Écu
(1587 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Écu pistolet - Henri I
Year
1593
Ruler
Henry I of Orléans, Duke of Longueville
(1588–1595)
Composition
Gold (.909)
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.452
Diameter (mm)
24
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Écu pistolet - Henri I from Duchy of Neuchâtel. Issued in 1593. Struck in Gold (.909). Measures 24 mm and weighs 3.45 g.
- Obverse
- Cuirassed bust of duke Henry I facing left. (Henri, Duke of Longueville, Sovereign Count of Neuchâtel.)
- Reverse
- Quarterly shield of Orléans-Longueville and Neuchâtel with order below. Celery leaves fleurons. (The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1593) | — |
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