20 Mark - Louis III (Pattern) 1913 front 20 Mark - Louis III (Pattern) 1913 back
20 Mark - Louis III (Pattern) 1913 photo
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH

20 Mark - Louis III Pattern

1913 year
Silver plated copper 4.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Louis III (Ludwig III) (1913-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1913
Value
20 Marks
Currency
Mark
Composition
Silver plated copper
Weight
4.95 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#284556
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Hercules supporting crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEVTSCHES REICH 1913
20
MARK
G

Engraver: Karl Goetz

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Mark - Louis III (Pattern) 1913 from Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) made of Silver plated copper weighing 4.95 g is that it was designed by the artist Max von Klinger, who was a prominent German engraver and medalist. He was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his designs often featured intricate details and symbolism. In this case, the coin features a portrait of Louis III, the last king of Bavaria, on one side, and an image of a standing figure representing Bavaria on the other. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the strength and unity of the Bavarian people.