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1 Rupie - Wilhelm II
| Silver (.917) | 11.6638 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | German East Africa |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1904-1914 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Decimalized Rupee (1904-1916) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 11.6638 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Value within palm branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCH OSTAFRIKA
1
RUPIE
1904
A
Translation: German East Africa
Engraver: Otto Schultz
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupie - Wilhelm II 1904-1914 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, which includes the years leading up to and during World War I. This time of political and social turmoil is reflected in the coin's design, which features an image of Wilhelm II on one side and the German eagle on the other. The coin's silver content and weight also make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 A | 150 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 A | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 J | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 A | 950000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 J | 700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 J | 880000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 J | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 A | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 J | 270000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 A | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 J | 1400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 J | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 A | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 J | 1400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 J | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1904-1914 coin.
