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20 Pfennigs - Wilhelm I
| Copper-nickel (Cu 750, Ni 250) | 6.25 g | 23.1 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Wilhelm I (1871-1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1888 |
| Value | 20 Pfennigs (20 Pfennige) (0.20) |
| Currency | Mark (1873-1923) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (Cu 750, Ni 250) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 23.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2.01 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1903 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Value within beaded circle, lettering around with value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1887
20
20 PFENNIG
Translation:
German Empire
Pfennig
Engraver: Friedrich Wilhelm Kullrich
Edge
Plain
Comment
Monetary workshops:A = Berlin
D = München
E = Muldenhütten
F = Stuttgart
G = Karlsruhe
J = Hamburg
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Pfennigs - Wilhelm I 1887-1888 coin from Germany is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears the image of Wilhelm I, the German Emperor, with a prominent mustache. This mustache was added to the coin's design as a way to distinguish Wilhelm I from his son, Frederick III, who had a similar appearance. This distinctive feature has made the coin a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 A | 2711596 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 D | 703710 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 E | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 F | 502883 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 G | 305539 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 J | 408209 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 A | 5426207 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 D | 1406120 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 E | 744314 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 F | 1005396 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 G | 610983 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 J | 818138 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pfennigs - Wilhelm I 1887-1888 coin.
