4 Heller - John Gottfried 1755 front 4 Heller - John Gottfried 1755 back
4 Heller - John Gottfried 1755 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

4 Heller - John Gottfried

1755 year
Copper 1.40 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Imperial barony of Schönau (German States)
Baron
John Godfried of Blanche (Johann Gottfried von Blanche) (1721-1758)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1755
Value
4 Heller (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.40 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#131935
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Rampant lion left above 3-line inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
R: HERRS:
SCHÖNAW
IIII.

Unabridged legend: Reichs-Herrschaft Schönaw

Translation:
Imperial lordship of Schönau
4

Interesting fact

The 4 Heller coin from the Imperial barony of Schönau (German States) made of Copper weighing 1.40g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of John Gottfried, who was a prominent figure in the region and known for his contributions to the local economy and infrastructure. The coin's design features an image of Gottfried on one side and the coat of arms of the Schönau family on the other, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in German history and coinage.