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1 Mark - Meissen
1921 year| Porcelain (brown) | 2.8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Meißen (Federal state of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 1 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Porcelain (brown) |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1921
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mark - Meissen 1921 coin is that it was made of porcelain, which is a unique material for coins. Porcelain is a type of ceramic material that is known for its whiteness, translucency, and strength, making it an unusual choice for a coin. The use of porcelain for this coin was likely chosen to commemorate the city of Meißen's long history of porcelain production, which began in the 18th century and continues to this day.
