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10 Mark - Otto
| Gold (.900) | 3.982 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Otto (1886-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1900-1912 |
| 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#30081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
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 1903
* 10 MARK *
Edge
Arabesque
Lettering: ~ * ~
Interesting fact
The 10 Mark coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria, minted between 1900 and 1912, features an image of King Otto on one side and the Bavarian coat of arms on the other. It was made of .900 gold and weighed 3.982 grams. Interestingly, the coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, and its value was equivalent to about 10 days' wages for an average worker at the time. Despite its relatively low value, the coin is now highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 D | 140798 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1902 D | 68308 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 D | 534426 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 D | 210912 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 D | 281231 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 D | 140512 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 D | 211211 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 D | 208970 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 D | 140755 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 D | 71616 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 D | 140874 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark - Otto 1900-1912 coin.
