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20 Mark - Frederick Francis IV Coming of Age
1901 year| Gold (.900) | 7.965 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Grand duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Frederick Francis IV (Friedrich Franz IV) (1897-1918) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1901 |
| Value | 20 Mark |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 7.965 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#22340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1901
* 20 MARK *
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the coming of age of Frederick Francis IV, the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, who was only 18 years old at the time. The coin's design features an image of the young Grand Duke on one side and the coat of arms of Mecklenburg-Schwerin on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a unique piece of history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 A | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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