© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
50 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II type 2 - small shield - Pattern
1901 year| Silver (.900) | 2.59 g | 19.69 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1873-1923) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 19.69 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH
50
PFENNIG
1901
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Pfennigs - Wilhelm II (type 2 - small shield - Pattern) 1901 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Silver (.900) weighing 2.59 g is that it was designed by the German engraver and artist, Reinhart Schmidt. Schmidt was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics 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 eagle is surrounded by a wreath and the coin's denomination, "50 Pfennigs," is written in a bold, cursive font. The coin's design is considered a classic example of early 20th-century German coinage and is highly sought after by collectors.
