½ Mark - Wilhelm II (type 2 - small shield - Pattern) 1900 front ½ Mark - Wilhelm II (type 2 - small shield - Pattern) 1900 back
½ Mark - Wilhelm II (type 2 - small shield - Pattern) 1900 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

½ Mark - Wilhelm II type 2 - small shield - Pattern

1900 year
Silver (.900) 4.17 g 19.06 mm
Description
Issuer
Germany (1871-1948)
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1900
Value
½ Mark
Currency
Mark (1873-1923)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
4.17 g
Diameter
19.06 mm
Thickness
1.85 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#281378
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH
1/2
MARK
1900

Edge

83 reeds

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Mark - Wilhelm II (type 2 - small shield - Pattern) 1900 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Silver (.900) weighing 4.17 g is that it was designed by the German engraver and sculptor, Reinhold Vasters. Vasters was known for his work on various coins and medals during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his designs often featured intricate details and symbolism. In this case, the coin features a portrait of Wilhelm II, the German Emperor, on one side, and an eagle on the other, which symbolizes the German Empire. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the political and cultural climate of Germany during that time period.