2 Marks - William Ernest 1901 front 2 Marks - William Ernest 1901 back
2 Marks - William Ernest 1901 photo
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2 Marks - William Ernest

1901 year
Silver (.900) 11.11 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, German States)
Grand duke
William Ernest (Wilhelm Ernst) (1901-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1901
Value
2 Marks
Currency
Mark (1892-1918)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
11.11 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#39923
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1901
* ZWEI MARK *

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Grand Duke William Ernest of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, who was known for his progressive policies and support for the arts. During his reign, he promoted the construction of railways, schools, and hospitals, and also supported the work of artists and writers, such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1901 A 100000 - - - - - -

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