10 Mark - Louis III 1872-1873 front 10 Mark - Louis III 1872-1873 back
10 Mark - Louis III 1872-1873 photo
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10 Mark - Louis III

 
Gold (.900) 3.982 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Hesse-Darmstadt (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1872-1873
Value
10 Mark
Currency
Mark
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.982 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
16 August 1938
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#56108
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH
10 M.
1872

Edge

Lettering: ~ • ~

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Mark coin from Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued in 1872-1873, a period when the German States were transitioning from independent states to a unified German Empire under the leadership of Otto von Bismarck. The coin's design, featuring Louis III, the Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Additionally, the use of gold in the coin's minting represents the economic prosperity and stability of the region during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1872 H 30000 - - - - - -
1873 H 432000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark - Louis III 1872-1873 coin.