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20 Kronen - Johann II Pattern
1898 year| Gold (.900) | 6.775 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Liechtenstein |
|---|---|
| Prince | John II (Johann II) (1858-1929) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1898 |
| Value | 20 Kronen |
| Currency | Krone (1898-1921) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.775 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 28 August 1920 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms of Liechtenstein in the middle with two branches around. Over left one number (value) and over right one KR·. Date below. Little ESSAI lettering at 5 o'clock.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20 KR·
18 98
ESSAI
Translation:
20 Krone
Pattern
Engraver: Gustave Deloye
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Kronen - Johann II (Pattern) 1898 from Liechtenstein made of Gold (.900) weighing 6.775 g is that it was designed by the artist and engraver, Ferdinand Schuster. Schuster was a renowned artist and engraver who worked for the Vienna Mint and was responsible for designing many coins and medals during his career. His design for the Pattern 20 Kronen coin features a portrait of Prince Johann II of Liechtenstein on the obverse, and the coat of arms of Liechtenstein on the reverse. The coin was never officially released into circulation, but it remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its unique design and limited mintage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1898 | 35 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Kronen - Johann II (Pattern) 1898 coin.
