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20 Mark - Frederick August III
1905 year| Copper | 4.06 g | 22.40 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick Augustus III (Friedrich August III) (1904-1918) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1905 |
| Value | 20 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1872-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.06 g |
| Diameter | 22.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, date and denomination in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1905
* 20 MARK *
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Mark coin from the Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Wettin, which is the ruling dynasty of Saxony. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the numeral "20" that represents the coin's denomination. The inclusion of this shield signifies the importance of the Wettin dynasty in Saxon history and highlights the close connection between the ruling family and the coinage of the kingdom.
