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1 Heller - Ernest August II Constantine
Copper | - | 17 mm |
Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, German States) |
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Duke | Ernest Augustus II (Ernst August II) (1748-1758) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1756-1758 |
Value | 1 Heller (1⁄576) |
Currency | Thaler (1741-1870) |
Composition | Copper |
Diameter | 17 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#95078 |
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Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with date and denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering: I / HELLER / F. S. W. V. E. / L. MVN(T)Z / (date)
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, featuring Ernest August II Constantine, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in the region. The coin was minted between 1756 and 1758, a period when the German States were undergoing significant political and economic transformations. The coin's mintage coincided with the Seven Years' War, which had a profound impact on the region's economy and political landscape. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.