Heller Bracteate - Louis IV ND (1567-1604) front Heller Bracteate - Louis IV ND (1567-1604) back
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Heller Bracteate - Louis IV ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hessen-Marburg (German States)
Landgrave
Louis IV (1567-1604)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1567-1604
Value
1 Heller (1⁄168)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#307494
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Müller 1892

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Heller Bracteate coin is that it features a unique combination of Christian and pagan symbols. On one side, it depicts the crucified Christ, while on the other, it shows a image of the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna, with her wheel of fortune. This blending of religious and mythological symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the time period in which it was minted.