25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 front 25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 back
25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (Pattern) 1908 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

25 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II Pattern

1908 year
Silver plated tombac 5.28 g 23.1 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
Silver plated tombac
Weight
5.28 g
Diameter
23.1 mm
Thickness
1.77 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#303288
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEVTSCHES REICH 1908
25
PFENNIG

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 artist and engraver, Reinhard Siemens. Siemens was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and was known for his work on various coins and medals during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His design for the Pattern 25 Pfennigs coin features a portrait of Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor, on the obverse, and an eagle on the reverse. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.