© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Heller - Frederick III
1770 year| Copper | 0.74 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1732-1772) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1770 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄768) |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1826) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#104753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with date and denomination, at bottom mintmasters initials.
Lettering:
1· // HEL·LER // 1770
L·C·K·
Engraver: Ludwig Christian Koch
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg, minted in 1770 during the reign of Frederick III, features an image of the duke on one side and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. What's interesting is that this coin was part of a series of coins minted during Frederick III's reign that were designed to promote the ideals of the Enlightenment, which emphasized reason, science, and progress. The coin's design, which features an image of the duke surrounded by symbols of wisdom and knowledge, reflects this emphasis on Enlightenment values.
