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½ Rupie - Wilhelm II
| Silver (.917) | 5.8319 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | German East Africa |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1904-1914 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Decimalized Rupee (1904-1916) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 5.8319 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Value within palm branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCH OSTAFRIKA
½
RUPIE
1904
J
A
Translation: German East Africa
Engraver: Otto Schultz
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ 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 last German Emperor and King of Prussia, and its production spanned the period from 1904 to 1914. During this time, German East Africa was a colony of the German Empire, and the coin was used as a form of currency for the local population. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item today, and its history provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political landscape of the region during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 A | 150 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 A | 58 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 J | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 J | 140000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 A | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 J | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 J | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 A | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 J | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 J | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Rupie - Wilhelm II 1904-1914 coin.
