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1 Heller - Frederick I
| Copper | 1.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1730-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1743-1750 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#43185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
In 1743 the monogram changes into this type from the previous style. It seems to have been a bit of testing in 1743 as there is an intermediate version, easily recognized by the star below the monogram. That version occurs in 1743 and 1744 as a rarity.In 1746 there is a minor change in the style of the monogram and a loop on the R is removed. Both variants occur in 1746.
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of Frederick I, who was also known as Frederick the Great. He was a prominent figure in European history and was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. The coin itself is made of copper and weighs 1.9 grams, which was a standard weight for coins of its denomination during that time period.
