1 Heller - Christian Ernest and Francis Josias 1736-1745 front 1 Heller - Christian Ernest and Francis Josias 1736-1745 back
1 Heller - Christian Ernest and Francis Josias 1736-1745 photo
© M. Sander

1 Heller - Christian Ernest and Francis Josias

 
Copper 0.7 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States)
Duke
Christian Ernest II (Christian Ernst II) (1729-1745) Francis Josias (1735-1764)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1736-1745
Value
1 Heller (1⁄576)
Currency
Thaler (1680-1763)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.7 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
0.55 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158175
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

5-line inscription with denomination and date.

Lettering:
* 1 *
SAAL
FELDER
HELLER

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Heller coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features a unique combination of two rulers on its obverse side. The coin bears the portraits of Christian Ernest, the Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, and his brother, Francis Josias, who served as the co-regent. This dual portrait design was a rare feature in coins of that time period, making it a distinctive and interesting aspect of this particular coin.