© Ulmo
© Ulmo
2 Heller
| Iron | 2.70 g | 17.0 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Charles I (1916-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1916-1918 |
| Value | 2 Hellers (0.02) |
| Currency | Crown (1892-1918) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5969 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Large numeral above date - all within leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
1918
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mintage figures over years, which do not indicate actual numbers of coins with given date:
1915/16 - 7 871 000
1916/17 - 61 909 000
1917/18 - 81 186 000
1918/19 - 66 353 000
Interesting fact
The 2 Heller coin from 1916-1918 was made of iron, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time. Most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the Austrian Empire chose to use iron due to its durability and resistance to wear and tear. This made the coin particularly suitable for everyday transactions, as it could withstand the rigors of frequent handling and use.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 61909000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 | 81185000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1918 | 66352999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Heller 1916-1918 coin.
