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4 Heller - Frederick II
1773 yearCopper | - | - |
Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
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Landgrave | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1760-1785) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1773 |
Value | 4 Hellers (1⁄96) |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Copper |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#182066 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination and date on three lines. Large dots on both sides of 4 and below date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
4
HELLER
1773
Interesting fact
The 4 Heller coin from Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of Frederick II, who was also known as Frederick the Great. He was a prominent figure in European history and known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. The coin's design features an image of Frederick II on one side and the Hesse-Cassel coat of arms on the other. The use of copper in the coin's minting was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal.