3 Heller - Albert Frederick and Philip Louis (Possidierende Fürsten) ND (1618) front 3 Heller - Albert Frederick and Philip Louis (Possidierende Fürsten) ND (1618) back
3 Heller - Albert Frederick and Philip Louis (Possidierende Fürsten) ND (1618) photo
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3 Heller - Albert Frederick and Philip Louis Possidierende Fürsten ND

1618 year
Copper 1.6 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Cleves (Cleves, German States)
Duchess
Anna of Prussia (Anna von Preußen) (1609-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1618
Value
3 Hellers (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#197365
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

3-line inscription in wreath.

Lettering: DV / CLI / VIAE

Comment

Due to the similarity in appearance to Duiten from the Dutch Republic, they saw circulation in the Dutch Republic.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two rulers, Albert Frederick and Philip Louis, who were known as the "Possidierende Fürsten" or "Ruling Princes" of the Duchy of Cleves. This coin was minted during their reign in the early 17th century, and it is made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time. Despite its age, this coin is still in circulation and is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists.