1 Heller "Rautenheller; Hohlheller" - Frederick III, Johann and Georg ND (1507-1525) front 1 Heller "Rautenheller; Hohlheller" - Frederick III, Johann and Georg ND (1507-1525) back
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1 Heller "Rautenheller; Hohlheller" - Frederick III, Johann and Georg ND

 
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Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick III the Wise (Friedrich III) (1486-1525)
Duke
John I the Steadfast (1486-1525) George the Bearded (1500-1539)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1507-1525
Value
1 Heller (1⁄576)
Currency
Thaler (1485-1573)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#387866
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Heller "Rautenheller; Hohlheller" coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick III, Johann and Georg, who were the rulers of the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) from 1507-1525. This period saw the rise of the Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation, which had a significant impact on the economy and trade in the region. The coin's silver content and unique design, featuring a cross and a shield with the rulers' names, also reflect the cultural and religious influences of the time.