1 Heller (Gold pattern) 1608 front 1 Heller (Gold pattern) 1608 back
1 Heller (Gold pattern) 1608 photo
© Historisches Museum Frankfurt

1 Heller Gold pattern

1608 year
Gold - -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Augsburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1276-1803)
Type
Pattern
Year
1608
Value
1 Heller (1⁄960)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#404423
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

2-line inscription in a circle, decorative circle surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CCCC
XX

Translation: 1/420th of a gulden

Interesting fact

The Augsburg Pattern 1 Heller coin from 1608 is a rare and valuable numismatic item, with only a few examples known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "Gold Pattern" design, which was used as a trial strike to test the dies and ensure their quality before the regular production of coins began. This pattern coin is made of gold, which adds to its rarity and value, and collectors highly prize it.