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2 Marks - Charles Günther Silver Jubilee; thick rim
1905 yearSilver (.900) | 11.111 g | 28 mm |
Issuer | Principality of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen (Schwarzburg-Sondershausen, German States) |
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Prince | Charles Günther (Karl Günther) (1880-1909) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 1905 |
Value | 2 Marks |
Currency | Mark |
Composition | Silver (.900) |
Weight | 11.111 g |
Diameter | 28 mm |
Thickness | 2.1 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#20684 |
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Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1905
* ZWEI MARK *
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Narrow edge rim.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of Prince Charles Günther of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen, who ruled the principality from 1880 until his death in 1918. The coin's design features a portrait of the prince on one side and the coat of arms of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen on the other. The use of a thick rim and the silver content of the coin were intended to symbolize the prince's wealth and power.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1905 A | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Marks - Charles Günther (Silver Jubilee; thick rim) 1905 coin.