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20 Mark - William I
| Gold (.900) (Au 900, Cu 100) | 7.965 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (Wilhelm I.) (1861-1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1874-1888 |
| Value | 20 Mark |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (Au 900, Cu 100) |
| Weight | 7.965 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1874
* 20 MARK *
Edge
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Germany. The Kingdom of Prussia, which was established in 1701, was in the process of becoming the leading state of the German Empire, which was formed in 1871. This coin, minted in 1874, features an image of King William I, who played a significant role in the unification of Germany and was the first German Emperor. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 A | 762332 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 B | 824336 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 C | 88205 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 A | 4203301 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 B | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 A | 2672895 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 C | 423088 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 A | 1250306 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 B | 501159 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 C | 6384 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 A | 2175000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 C | 82430 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1879 A | 1023136 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 A | 427556 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1882 A | 655102 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1883 A | 4283131 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1884 A | 224422 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1885 A | 407446 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1886 A | 175977 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 A | 5645176 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 A | 533854 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark - William I 1874-1888 coin.
