© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
Heller - George Frederick I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George Frederick I (Georg Friedrich I) (1543-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1563 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
'F' divides date, large crown above
Script: Latin
Lettering: 15 F 63
Comment
References:- Friedrich von Schrötter, Brandenburg-Fränkisches Münzwesen, #1235-36. Halle a.d. Saale, 1929.
- Norbert Jaschke and Fritz P. Maercker, Schlesische Münzen und Medaillen. #258 for (15)62. Ihringen, 1985.
Interesting fact
The Heller coin from the Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) was minted during the reign of George Frederick I in 1562-1563. What's interesting about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. In fact, silver coins were often used as a symbol of wealth and power, and the fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that the Duchy of Jägerndorf was a relatively wealthy and influential region during this period.
