© 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| Silver plated copper | 3.86 g | 23.06 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 | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 23.06 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#295063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEVTSCHES REICH
1908
Translation: Deutsches Reich - 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, Reinhart Heydrich. Heydrich was known for his work on various coins and medals during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his designs were often characterized by their intricate details and realistic portrayals of people and animals. The Wilhelm II pattern coin, in particular, features a portrait of the German Emperor Wilhelm II on the obverse side, which was a common feature of many German coins during that time period.
