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½ Mark - Wilhelm II
1894 year| Silver (.900) | 2.778 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | German New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1894 |
| Value | ½ Mark |
| Currency | Goldmark (1894-1895) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.778 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 15 April 1911 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within palm wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEU-GUINEA COMPAGNIE
½
NEU-GUINEA
MARK
1894
A
Translation:
New Guinea Company
½
New Guinea
Mark
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Mark - Wilhelm II 1894 coin from German New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in the region. The coin was issued during the German colonial period, which lasted from 1884 to 1914, and it features an image of Wilhelm II, the German Emperor at the time. The coin's design and mintage reflect the influence of German culture and technology on the local population, and it is a unique example of the cultural exchange that occurred during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 A | 20070 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Mark - Wilhelm II 1894 coin.
