1 Heller (Hand heller) ND (1522-1525) front 1 Heller (Hand heller) ND (1522-1525) back
1 Heller (Hand heller) ND (1522-1525) photo
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1 Heller Hand heller ND

 
Silver 0.29 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States)
Period
Free City (1372-1866)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1522-1525
Value
1 Heller (1⁄480)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.29 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#200449
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with 'v' ends in concave rhombus, pellet in each 'v'.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Heller coin from the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles V, who was trying to centralize power and create a unified currency across the Holy Roman Empire. Despite these efforts, the coinage system remained diverse and localized, with each city and region minting its own coins. The 1 Heller coin is a unique example of this localized coinage and is a testament to the economic and political autonomy of the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt during this time.