1 Heller - William I
| Copper | 2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William I (1803-1807, 1813-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1803-1814 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#67342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Three-line inscription with value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*I*
HELLER
1806
*
Edge
Plain
Comment
KM# 553.2 / Jaeg 2 FH# 1b has smaller letters.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Heller coin from the Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of William I, who was the first Elector of Hesse-Cassel and ruled from 1803 to 1814. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and the Napoleonic Wars had a significant impact on the region. Despite these challenges, the 1 Heller coin remained a stable and widely used denomination in the region, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the people of Hesse-Cassel during this time of change.
