© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Heller - Henry I
1678 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Reuss-Obergreiz (Reuss-Greiz, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Henry I (Heinrich I) (1629-1681) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1678 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄576) |
| Currency | Thaler (1660-1778) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: R // HELLER // 1678
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from County of Reuss-Obergreiz, minted in 1678 during the reign of Henry I, features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify its authenticity and value. The practice of drilling holes in coins was common in medieval Europe, particularly in Germany, and was believed to prevent counterfeiting. The hole in the 1 Heller coin from Reuss-Obergreiz is a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
