8 Heller - Ernest of Bayern ND (1583-1612) front 8 Heller - Ernest of Bayern ND (1583-1612) back
8 Heller - Ernest of Bayern ND (1583-1612) photo
© H. D. Rauch

8 Heller - Ernest of Bayern ND

 
Silver 0.65 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Ernest of Bavaria (Ernst von Bayern) (1583-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1583-1612
Value
8 Heller (1⁄74)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#328712
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Shield

Script: Latin

Lettering: 8 ERNESTVS DEI GR

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Heller coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne is that it features an image of Ernest of Bavaria, who was the Prince-Elector of the Archdiocese of Cologne from 1583 to 1612. This coin was minted during his reign and features his portrait on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Archdiocese of Cologne. The coin is made of silver and weighs 0.65 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.