Heller - Frederick II and Georg I

Historical Context: The Heller, issued under Frederick II and Georg I of Liegnitz-Brieg (1495-1505), signifies a period of joint ducal rule in Silesia. Frederick II, later a significant regional figure, shared authority with his brother Georg I. This late 15th-century era, preceding the Reformation, relied on small silver coinage like the Heller for daily commerce within the fragmented Holy Roman Empire. Such issues underscore ducal authority and the practical needs of local economies.

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