1 Heller "Adlerheller" - Otto I ND (1448-1461) front 1 Heller "Adlerheller" - Otto I ND (1448-1461) back
1 Heller "Adlerheller" - Otto I ND (1448-1461) photo
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1 Heller "Adlerheller" - Otto I ND

 
Silver 0.24 g -
Description
Issuer
Palatinate-Mosbach-Neumarkt (German States)
Count palatine
Otto I (1410-1461)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1448-1461
Value
1 Heller (½)
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.24 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#142969
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross patté within quatrefoil.

Interesting fact

The "Adlerheller" coin from Palatinate-Mosbach-Neumarkt (German States) features an eagle on its obverse side, which gives it its name. The eagle is depicted with its wings spread wide, grasping a shield with its talons. This design was a common motif in medieval coinage and symbolized the power and strength of the ruling dynasty.