8 Heller - Frederick II 1774-1777 front 8 Heller - Frederick II 1774-1777 back
8 Heller - Frederick II 1774-1777 photo
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8 Heller - Frederick II

 
Copper 16.4 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1760-1785)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1774-1777
Value
8 Hellers (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
16.4 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#136411
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

3-line isncription with date and denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*8*
HELLER
1777.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Heller coin from the Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel is that it 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 and mintage were likely overseen by Frederick himself, making it a unique piece of history.