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1 Heller - Joseph II
| Copper | 1 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Regent | Joseph II (1765-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1779 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#80277 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Value and date in 3 lines
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
HELLER
1777·
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from the Austrian Empire, minted during the reign of Joseph II (1777-1779), was the first coin to feature the portrait of a reigning monarch on a coin. This was a departure from the traditional practice of featuring allegorical figures or coat of arms on coins, and marked a shift towards more realistic and personalized coinage.
