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1 Heller Silver pattern strike
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
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Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
Type | Pattern |
Years | 1735-1736 |
Value | 1 Heller (1⁄960) |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#214478 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eight-armed cross with rosette in center.
Interesting fact
The Augsburg Pattern 1 Heller coin from 1735-1736 is notable for its unique design, featuring a crowned shield with the Augsburg eagle on one side and a floral motif on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change in the German States, as the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved and various city-states and principalities began to assert their independence. The coin's design reflects the cultural and political shifts of the era, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.