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2 Marks - Louis II
| Silver (.900) | 11.111 g | 28.15 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1864-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1876-1883 |
| Value | 2 Marks |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 11.111 g |
| Diameter | 28.15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.84 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Imperial German coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1876
* ZWEI MARK *
Translation:
German Empire.
Two Marks.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2 Marks coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria, featuring Louis II, has an interesting feature - it has a unique "split-personality" design. The obverse side of the coin depicts Louis II as a young man, while the reverse side shows him as an older man. This design was intentionally done by the mint to reflect the fact that Louis II ruled for a relatively short period of time, but his reign was marked by significant changes and reforms. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it stand out among other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1876 D | 5370000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 D | 1512000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1880 D | 169000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1883 D | 104000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Marks - Louis II 1876-1883 coin.
