20 Mark - George II 1900-1905 front 20 Mark - George II 1900-1905 back
20 Mark - George II 1900-1905 photo
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20 Mark - George II

 
Gold (.900) 7.965 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Meiningen (German States)
Duke
George II (Georg II) (1866-1914)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1900-1905
Value
20 Mark
Currency
Mark (1872-1915)
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
References
Numista
N#70182
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1905
* 20 MARK *

Edge

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Mark coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Meiningen is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Germany. The coin was minted between 1900 and 1905, a period when the German Empire was undergoing rapid industrialization and urbanization. This coin, made of gold and weighing 7.965 grams, was a symbol of the wealth and prosperity of the time, and it was used in everyday transactions throughout the German States. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1900 D 1005 - - - - - -
1905 D 1000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark - George II 1900-1905 coin.