© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
4 Heller
1573 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Aachen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1166-1801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1573 |
| Value | 4 Hellers (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler (1504-1798) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#267303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with 4 divides date, legend
Lettering:
VRBIS AQVISGRANI
73
4
Interesting fact
The 4 Heller coin from the Free Imperial City of Aachen was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1573, just a few decades after the Protestant Reformation and during the height of the Renaissance. The coin's design reflects this period of change, featuring an image of the city's patron saint, St. Mary, on one side and the city's coat of arms on the other. The use of copper as the material for the coin was also significant, as it was a common metal used for currency during this time period. Overall, the 4 Heller coin from the Free Imperial City of Aachen is a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural developments of 16th-century Europe.
