© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II Pattern
1908 year| Aluminium | 1.67 g | 23 mm |
| 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 | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#295050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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 (1871-1948) made of Aluminium weighing 1.67g is that it was designed by the German engraver and sculptor, Reinhold Vasters. Vasters was a prominent artist of his time and his designs were known for their intricate details and realistic portrayals. The coin features a portrait of Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor, on one side and an eagle on the other. The use of aluminum in the coin's minting was also unusual for the time period, as it was a relatively new material in coin production.
