© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Rupie Pattern
1913 year| Aluminium | 3.99 g | 30.38 mm |
| Issuer | German East Africa |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1913 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Decimalized Rupee (1904-1916) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 30.38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#371787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in four lines with two tied palm leaves below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCH OSTAFRIKA
1
RUPIE
1913
A
Translation: German East Africa
Engraver: Otto Schultz
Edge
Lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Unabridged legend: God with us
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Rupie coin from German East Africa, made of Aluminium and weighing 3.99g, is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1913. It is interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time when Aluminium was still a relatively new and expensive metal, making it a curious choice for a coin. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in German East Africa adds to its historical significance, as it was a colony of Germany at the time.
