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5 Heller - Wilhelm II Tabora Emergency Coinage
1916 year| Brass | 4.0 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | German East Africa |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1916 |
| Value | 5 Heller (0.05) |
| Currency | Decimalized Rupee (1904-1916) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.0 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
HELLER
T
Comment
Diameter can vary from 22 to 23 mm.KM#14.1 (crown with oval base) and KM#14.2 (with flat base):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Heller - Wilhelm II (Tabora Emergency Coinage) 1916 from German East Africa is that it was minted during World War I as part of an emergency coinage program to address a shortage of currency in the German colonies. The coin was made of brass, which was a substitute for the traditional metal used in coin production, silver, which was in short supply at the time. This coin is a rare and unique piece of history, reflecting the resourcefulness and resilience of the people who produced it during a time of war and scarcity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 T | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Heller - Wilhelm II (Tabora Emergency Coinage) 1916 coin.
