25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 front 25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 back
25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II Pattern

1908 year
Copper-nickel 6.21 g 22.99 mm
Description
Issuer
Germany (1871-1948)
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1908
Value
25 Pfennigs (25 Pfennige) (0.25)
Currency
Mark (1873-1923)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
6.21 g
Diameter
22.99 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#295049
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Value and ears of corn

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES
25 PFENNIG
REICH

Translation: German Empire

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 from Germany is that it was designed by the renowned German engraver and sculptor, Reinhold Vasters. Vasters was known for his intricate and detailed designs, and his work on this coin is no exception. The coin features a portrait of Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor, on one side, and an eagle on the other. The eagle is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, which was a common motif in German coinage at the time. The coin's design is considered a prime example of the artistic and craftsmanship standards of the time.