© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Heller ND
1496 year| Silver | - | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1219-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1496 |
| Value | 1 Heller (½) |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1526) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132934 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two-fold shielded arms over anchor-end cross.
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg, minted in 1496, was made of silver, which was a common material for coins during that time period. However, what makes this coin particularly interesting is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S" and "N" on either side, which stands for "Sigismundus Nurembergensis" or "Sigismund of Nuremberg." This shield was added to the coin to indicate that it was minted under the authority of Sigismund, the Holy Roman Emperor, who ruled over the German States at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early German coinage and is highly sought after by collectors.
