Heller - Paul Ziegler ND
| Silver | 0.26 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Paul Ziegler von Ziegelberg (1503-1541) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1503-1541 |
| Value | 1 Heller (1⁄720) |
| Currency | Groschen (1251-1565) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.26 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#131761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Heller coin is that it was minted during the reign of Paul Ziegler, who was the Bishop of Chur from 1503 to 1541. This coin is a rare example of a silver Heller from the Bishopric of Chur, which was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design features the coat of arms of the Bishopric on one side and an image of Saint Lucius on the other, indicating the strong religious influence of the time. Its small weight of 0.26 grams also speaks to the scarcity of silver during this period and the need for small denomination coins for everyday transactions.
