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20 Mark - William II
| Gold (.900) (Au 900, Cu 100) | 7.965 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1890-1913 |
| Value | 20 Mark |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (Au 900, Cu 100) |
| Weight | 7.965 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 16 August 1938 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1912
* 20 MARK *
Edge
Inscripted
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 the largest and most powerful state in the German Empire, was undergoing rapid industrialization and modernization during this period, and the coinage was updated to reflect these changes. The 20 Mark coin, which was introduced in 1890, was one of the first coins to feature the image of King Wilhelm II, who ruled Prussia and the German Empire from 1888 until his abdication in 1918. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and prosperity of the German Empire, and it was minted in large quantities to meet the growing demand for currency as the economy expanded. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item today, and it is a fascinating piece of history that offers a glimpse into the tumultuous period of German history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 A | 3695000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 A | 2752000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 A | 1815000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 A | 3172000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1894 A | 5815000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1895 A | 4135000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 A | 4239000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1897 A | 5394000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 A | 6542000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 A | 5873000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 A | 5163000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 A | 5188340 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1902 A | 4138128 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 A | 2870073 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 A | 3452625 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 A | 287 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 J | 920784 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 A | 124 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 J | 101808 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 A | 2576286 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 A | 3274168 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 A | 5212836 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 J | 350128 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 A | 8645549 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 J | 753217 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 A | 4745790 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 A | 5569398 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 J | 502530 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 A | 6102730 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark - William II 1890-1913 coin.
