© Jérémy Pureur
© Jérémy Pureur
8 Heller - Maximilian Henry
| Silver | 1 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Maximilian Henry of Bavaria (1650-1688) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1681-1688 |
| Value | 8 Heller (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#115549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Arms of Bavaria, date (last 2 digits) in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 81 I ⚒ PL .PELECT:B:DVX:
Unabridged legend: Princeps Elector Bavariae Dux
Translation:
81 I PL - date and mintmark for Johann Peter Longerich.
Prince Elector Duke of Bavaria
Comment
The weight is very, 0.6 G to 1.1 G.
Varieties in the legend exists, for mintmark, I ⚒ PL and IP ⚒ L; IP ⚒ ⌉ and others.
for the legend P HLHCT / P HLECT
Variants:
Interesting fact
The 8 Heller coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne, minted during the reign of Maximilian Henry (1681-1688), features a unique design that reflects the region's rich history and culture. On one side, the coin bears the image of Saint Ursula, the patron saint of Cologne, along with the inscription "S. Ursula V. M." (Saint Ursula, Virgin and Martyr). On the other side, the coin features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Cologne, which includes a cross and a lion, symbolizing the region's religious and political heritage. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency used in the German States during the 17th century, and its design highlights the importance of religion and heraldry in the region's history.
