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2 Mark - Thale am Harz
1921 year| Aluminium | 1.8 g | 27.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Thale am Harz (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 2 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 27.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Cat Playing with a Crown, surrounded by oak branches
Lettering: L. CHR LAUER NUERNBERG
Edge
Plain
Comment
More information herehttp://www.cachecoins.org/thaleharzcat.htm
Possible varieties
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Interesting fact
The 2 Mark coin from Thale am Harz, issued in 1921, is interesting because it was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time. Most coins were made of traditional metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the use of aluminum was a nod to the growing industrialization and technological advancements of the era. It's also worth noting that the coin's design features a stylized image of a miner, highlighting the region's rich mineral resources and the importance of mining to the local economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 64000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Mark - Thale am Harz 1921 coin.
