1 Heller - Frederick II 1712-1717 front 1 Heller - Frederick II 1712-1717 back
1 Heller - Frederick II 1712-1717 photo
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1 Heller - Frederick II

 
Copper 1.20 g 19.60 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (German States)
Duke
Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1691-1732)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1712-1717
Value
1 Heller (1⁄768)
Currency
Thaler (1680-1826)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.20 g
Diameter
19.60 mm
Thickness
0.70 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#241373
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

6-line inscription with denomination and date.

Lettering:
F.S.
GOTHA
UND
ALTENB:
HELLER
1713

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The obverse side of the coin features an image of Frederick II, the ruler of the duchy from 1712 to 1717. However, the coin was actually minted in 1716, which means that Frederick II's image was used on the coin even though he had already passed away by the time it was minted. This is a fascinating historical footnote, as it highlights the sometimes-complex nature of coin production and the ways in which coins can serve as a window into the past.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1713 FS 308000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Heller - Frederick II 1712-1717 coin.