© Münzenhandlung Raimund Raffler
© Münzenhandlung Raimund Raffler
2 Heller - Charles
| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Charles I (Karl I) (1670-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1714 |
| Value | 2 Hellers (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#262619 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Date at top, denomination in cartouche in center.
Lettering:
1712
* 2 *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Heller coin from the Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the early 18th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable to mint and circulate. The use of Billon in coinage also made it easier to create coins with intricate designs and details, as the alloy was more malleable than pure copper or silver.
