3 Heller - William IX 1791 front 3 Heller - William IX 1791 back
3 Heller - William IX 1791 photo
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3 Heller - William IX

1791 year
Copper 7.20 g 24.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
William IX (1785-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1791
Value
3 Hellers (1⁄128)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.20 g
Diameter
24.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158890
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

3-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3
HELLER
1791

Interesting fact

The 3 Heller coin from the Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel, minted in 1791 during the reign of William IX, features an interesting design element - a stylized depiction of a lion on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the Hesse-Cassel region.