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20 Mark - Frederick III
1888 year| Gold (.900) | 7.965 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1888 |
| 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#21755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
Crown over imperial eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1888
* 20 MARK *
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Translation: God with us
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Mark - Frederick III 1888 coin from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the German economy, which had been struggling with high inflation and currency devaluation. The 20 Mark coin was pegged to the value of gold, with 100 Mark being equivalent to 24.8 gram of gold, and it was intended to be used as a stable store of value and medium of exchange. Despite the challenges faced by the German economy at the time, the coin remains a popular collector's item today, with some mintage variations selling for high premiums.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1888 A | 5363901 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark - Frederick III 1888 coin.
