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½ Mark (type 2 - small shield)

🇩🇪 Germany · ½ Mark (type 2 - small shield) · 1873–1923
Regular
Weight2.777 g
Diameter20 mm
Mintage 7,994,477 Combined across issues: A 5,018,434; D 400,000; E 591,366; F 1,000; G 675,177; J 1,308,500
EdgeReeded
Alignment↑↑ Medal
Composition90% Silver
ReferenceKM# 17, AKS# 6, J# 16, Schön# 17
Collector's Key World IDCKW-DEU-24200

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1908 Germany ½ Mark (type 2 - small shield) coins were minted?
7,994,477 were struck (Combined across issues: A 5,018,434; D 400,000; E 591,366; F 1,000; G 675,177; J 1,308,500).
What is a 1908 Germany ½ Mark (type 2 - small shield) made of?
0.900 Silver, weighing 2.777 g.
What is the melt value of a 1908 Germany ½ Mark (type 2 - small shield)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1908 Germany ½ Mark (type 2 - small shield) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.