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10 Mark - Louis II
| Gold (.900) | 3.982 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1864-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1873 |
| Value | 10 Marks |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.982 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle separating the legend and value in two, below the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH
10 M.
1872
Edge
Arabesque
Lettering: ~ * ~
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Mark - Louis II 1872-1873 coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was introduced as part of the new German Empire, which was formed in 1871 under the leadership of Chancellor Otto von Bismarck. The coin's design, featuring King Louis II of Bavaria, was meant to symbolize the unity and strength of the newly formed empire. Despite being made of gold, the coin was widely used in circulation and was an important part of everyday commerce in Germany during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 D | 626000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1873 D | 1198125 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark - Louis II 1872-1873 coin.
