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2 Marks - Frederick William

1877 year
Silver (.900) 11.111 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Strelitz (Mecklenburg-Strelitz, German States)
Grand duke
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1860-1904)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1877
Value
2 Marks
Currency
Mark
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
11.111 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#37151
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with value below and date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1877
* ZWEI MARK *

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was one of the German states that adopted the gold standard in the late 19th century, and this coin was minted as part of that transition. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice at the time, as it was a more affordable and accessible metal than gold. Despite the coin's relatively low denomination, it is still a valuable collector's item today due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1877 A 100000 - - - - - -

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