10 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial Strike) 1908 front 10 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial Strike) 1908 back
10 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial Strike) 1908 photo
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10 Heller - Wilhelm II Trial Strike

1908 year
Copper-nickel - -
Description
Issuer
German East Africa
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1908
Value
10 Heller (0.10)
Currency
Decimalized Rupee (1904-1916)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#99767
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

NameAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
HELLER

Engraver: Karl Kuhl

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial Strike) 1908 from German East Africa made of Copper-nickel is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors due to its unique history and limited mintage. It was produced as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation, and only a small number of coins were minted, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.