© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
10 Marks - Frederick I Pattern
1888 year| Copper | 2.59 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Baden (Baden, German States) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1856-1907) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1888 |
| Value | 10 Marks |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#393007 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperialeagle with value and date in surrounding legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1888
* 10 MARK *
Edge
Arabesque
Lettering: ~ * ~
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Marks - Frederick I (Pattern) 1888 from Grand Duchy of Baden (Baden, German States) made of Copper weighing 2.59 g is that it was designed by the artist and engraver, Ludwig Hohlwein. Hohlwein was a prominent artist of the time and his designs were known for their intricate details and realistic portrayals. The coin features a portrait of Frederick I, the Grand Duke of Baden, on one side and an image of a crowned eagle on the other. The coin's design is considered a prime example of Hohlwein's work and is highly sought after by collectors.
