5 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial strike) 1908 front 5 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial strike) 1908 back
5 Heller - Wilhelm II (Trial strike) 1908 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

5 Heller - Wilhelm II Trial strike

1908 year
Copper 19.95 g 37.09 mm
Description
Issuer
German East Africa
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1908
Value
5 Heller (0.05)
Currency
Decimalized Rupee (1904-1916)
Composition
Copper
Weight
19.95 g
Diameter
37.09 mm
Thickness
2.47 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#371784
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Inscription in two lines within laurel wreath tied with a ribbon below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
HELLER

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Heller coin was designed by German artist and engraver, Paul von Klieber, who was known for his work on various German coins during the early 20th century.