4 Heller - Frederick I 1730-1751 front 4 Heller - Frederick I 1730-1751 back
4 Heller - Frederick I 1730-1751 photo
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4 Heller - Frederick I

 
Billon 0.6 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1730-1751)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1730-1751
Value
4 Hellers (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#89156
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

3-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IIII
HELLER
1735

Comment

KM#402.1: Lion with two tails
KM#402.2: Lion with one tail

Interesting fact

The 4 Heller coin from the Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel, minted during the reign of Frederick I (1730-1751), was made of a unique alloy called "Billon." Billon is a mixture of copper and silver, with a small amount of other metals like zinc or nickel. This alloy was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period, as it was more durable and resistant to wear and tear than pure copper or silver. The use of Billon in coinage also allowed for the creation of coins with a lower intrinsic value, which helped to alleviate the shortage of precious metals during the era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1732  528000 - - - - - -
1733  1044999 - - - - - -
1734  1498000 - - - - - -
1735  1461000 - - - - - -
1736  633000 - - - - - -
1737  912000 - - - - - -
1738  1104000 - - - - - -
1739  749000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Heller - Frederick I 1730-1751 coin.