© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
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1 Heller "Hand heller" - Louis I of Württemberg-Urach ND
| Billon (.250 silver) | - | 12 mm |
| Issuer | County of Württemberg (Württemberg, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis I of Württemberg-Urach (1426-1450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1423-1450 |
| Value | 1 Heller (½) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1083-1494) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#135557 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Open hand.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Heller "Hand heller" coin is that it features a unique design element - a hand grasping a shield - which was a symbol of the County of Württemberg and represented the county's motto, "In tranquility, strength." This design element was used on many coins issued by the County of Württemberg during this time period, and it has become a recognizable feature of their coinage.
