2 Heller - Charles 1727 front 2 Heller - Charles 1727 back
2 Heller - Charles 1727 photo
Obverse © César Tâmega – Reverse © César Tâmega

2 Heller - Charles

1727 year
Copper - 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Charles I (Karl I) (1670-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1727
Value
2 Hellers (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#262617
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-line inscription in center wtih denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* II *
HELLER
SCHEIDE
MUNTZ
1727

Interesting fact

The 2 Heller coin from Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of Charles I, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Cassel from 1670 to 1730. The coin features an image of Charles I on one side and the Hesse-Cassel coat of arms on the other. The use of copper in the production of this coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal. Despite its relatively low value, the 2 Heller coin played an important role in the economy of Hesse-Cassel and was used in everyday transactions.