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¼ Rupie - Wilhelm II
| Silver (.917) | 2.92 g | 19.2 mm |
| Issuer | German East Africa |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1891-1901 |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1890-1904) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Diameter | 19.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21766 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the company with the year below, value and denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCH-OSTAFRIKANISCHE GESELLSCHAFT
1901
* ¼ RUPIE *
Translation: German East Africa Company
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Rupie coin from German East Africa is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Wilhelm II, who was the German Emperor from 1888 to 1918. During his reign, Germany was undergoing rapid industrialization and expansion, and the colonization of African territories was seen as a way to extend German influence and power. The ¼ Rupie coin was minted as a standard circulation coin for use in German East Africa, which was a colony established by Germany in 1885. The coin's design features the image of Wilhelm II, and its silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity. Despite the coin's origins in a time of colonialism and imperialism, it remains an interesting and valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | 76688 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupie - Wilhelm II 1891-1901 coin.
