4 Heller 1604-1655 (1604-1669) front 4 Heller 1604-1655 (1604-1669) back
4 Heller 1604-1655 (1604-1669) photo
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4 Heller

 
Copper 1.45 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Aachen (German States)
Period
Free city (1166-1801)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1604-1655 (1604-1669)
Value
4 Hellers (1⁄144)
Currency
Thaler (1504-1798)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.45 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#140518
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Value in roman numerals "IIII" in center.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* MO . VRBIS • AQVENSIS
IIII

Unabridged legend: Moneta urbis Aquensis

Translation: Currency of the city of Aachen

Comment

Depending on the date the eagle is facing either left or right.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Heller coin from the Free Imperial City of Aachen is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), a conflict that devastated much of Germany and disrupted trade and commerce. Despite these challenges, the Free Imperial City of Aachen was able to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, including the 4 Heller piece. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Aachen during a difficult period in European history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1604  30000 - - - - - -
1605  30000 - - - - - -
1619  80000 - - - - - -
1621  40000 - - - - - -
1624  40000 - - - - - -
1634  140000 - - - - - -
1638  600000 - - - - - -
1643  200000 - - - - - -
1655  200000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Heller 1604-1655 (1604-1669) coin.