© Frankfurter Münzhandlung
© Frankfurter Münzhandlung
2 Mark - Wilhelm I Pattern
1876 year| Silver plated tin | 4.45 g | 28.3 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
| Emperor | Wilhelm I (1871-1888) |
| Emperor | Wilhelm I (1871-1888) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1876 |
| Year | 1876 |
| Value | 2 Mark |
| Value | 2 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1873-1923) |
| Currency | Mark (1873-1923) |
| Composition | Silver plated tin |
| Composition | Silver plated tin |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 28.3 mm |
| Diameter | 28.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#310707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Plain
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Mark - Wilhelm I (Pattern) 1876 from Germany is that it was designed by the renowned German engraver and artist, Julius Troschel. Troschel was known for his work on various coins and medals during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his designs were often characterized by their intricate details and realistic portrayals. The Pattern 2 Mark coin features a portrait of Wilhelm I, the King of Prussia and the first German Emperor, on one side, and an eagle on the other. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and unity of the newly formed German Empire.
