2 Marks - William II 1913 front 2 Marks - William II 1913 back
2 Marks - William II 1913 photo
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2 Marks - William II

1913 year
Silver plated copper - 8.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1913
Value
2 Marks
Currency
Mark
Composition
Silver plated copper
Diameter
8.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#284552
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned eagle above shield

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES
REICH
2
MK 1913

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Marks - William II 1913 from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) made of Silver plated copper is that it was designed by the renowned German engraver and artist, Hermann Junker. Junker was known for his exceptional skill in creating detailed and intricate designs, and his work on this coin is a testament to his artistic ability. The coin's obverse features a portrait of King William II, while the reverse depicts an eagle with outstretched wings, clutching a wreath in its talons. The coin's design is considered a classic example of early 20th-century German numismatic art.