He was possibly the first instrument maker to combine his craft with business savvy. More than one dozen medals were awarded to him at various exhibitions in Europe. According to Dr Annette Roeben of German violin experts Corilon Violins, Heberlein was "the most famous member" of this important family of luthiers and was "renowned for the excellent quality of his instruments and was awarded multiple honours, including Knight of the Saxonian Albrecht Order."
He may have been the first instrument craftsman to merge his expertise with entrepreneurial skills. He received over a dozen awards at various European exhibitions. As stated by Dr Annette Roeben of German violin specialists Corilon Violins, Heberlein was "the most prominent figure" in this influential family of luthiers and was celebrated for producing outstanding instruments, earning him multiple honors, including Knight of the Saxonian Albrecht Order.