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20 Mark - Louis II
| Gold (.900) | 7.965 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1864-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1874-1878 |
| Value | 20 Marks |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 7.965 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#56095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial German eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1876
* 20 MARK *
Edge
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Mark - Louis II 1874-1878 coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria (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 inflation and economic instability following the Franco-Prussian War. The coin's gold content and high denomination made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, and it was widely used in trade and commerce throughout Germany during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 D | 615338 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 D | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1876 D | 453748 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 D | 50490 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark - Louis II 1874-1878 coin.
