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1 Heller - William VIII
| Copper | - | 19.8 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | William VIII (1751-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1758-1759 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 19.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Name and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*I*
HELLER
SCHEIDE
MUNTZ
1759
Interesting fact
The 1 Heller coin from Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of William VIII, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel from 1751 until his death in 1760. The coin features an image of William VIII on one side and the Hesse-Cassel coat of arms on the other. It was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time due to its low cost and durability. Despite its relatively low value, the 1 Heller coin was an important part of everyday commerce in Hesse-Cassel during the 18th century.
