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½ Rupie - Wilhelm II
| Silver (.917) | 5.83 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | German East Africa |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1891-1901 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1890-1904) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 5.83 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Shield depicting lion under a palm tree
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCH - OSTAFRIKANISCHE GESELLSCHAFT
1897
★ 1/2 RUPIE ★
Translation: German - East African Company
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Jaeger 712Interesting 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 German Emperor from 1888 to 1918. During his reign, Germany was undergoing rapid industrialization and expansion, and the country's colonies in Africa, including German East Africa, were an important source of raw materials and resources. The coin's mintage was likely a response to the growing economic activity in the region and the need for a reliable currency to facilitate trade. Despite the coin's historical significance, it is not widely sought after by collectors today, and its value is relatively low compared to other coins from the same period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | 68000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1897 | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 | 215000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1891-1901 coin.
