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1 Rupie - Wilhelm II

 
Silver (.917) 11.66 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
German East Africa
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1890-1902
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1890-1904)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
11.66 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#11913
Rarity index
26%

Reverse

Coat of arms of the German East Africa Company, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCH- OSTAFRIKANISCHE GESELLSCHAFT
1892
* EINE RUPEE *

Translation: German East Africa Company

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rupie - Wilhelm II 1890-1902 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 period of German colonial rule in East Africa, which lasted from 1885 to 1919. During this time, the German Empire sought to expand its influence and control over the region, and the coin was part of an effort to establish a standardized currency system throughout the colonies. Despite the tumultuous history of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1890  154394 - - - - - -
1891  126258 - - - - - -
1892  359735 - - - - - -
1893  142355 - - - - - -
1894  48200 - - - - - -
1897  244030 - - - - - -
1898  318000 - - - - - -
1899  226754 - - - - - -
1900  209289 - - - - - -
1901  319022 - - - - - -
1902  151019 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupie - Wilhelm II 1890-1902 coin.