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10 Mark - John
| Gold (.900) | 3.982 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | John I (1854-1873) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1873 |
| Value | 10 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1872-1917) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.982 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle with value at the bottom between two stars and the date at the end of the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH
10 M.
1873
Edge
Lettering: ~ * ~
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The Kingdom of Saxony, which was a member of the German States, adopted the gold standard in 1871, and this coin was minted the following year. The coin's gold content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure that it had a consistent value and could be easily exchanged for other currencies. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic and political shifts that were taking place in Germany during the late 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 E | 339000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1873 E | 822000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark - John 1872-1873 coin.
