20 Mark - William II (Copper pattern strike) 1890 front 20 Mark - William II (Copper pattern strike) 1890 back
20 Mark - William II (Copper pattern strike) 1890 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

20 Mark - William II Copper pattern strike

1890 year
Copper 4.13 g 22.51 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918)
Type
Pattern
Year
1890
Value
20 Mark
Currency
Mark
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.13 g
Diameter
22.51 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#307910
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with value at the bottom between two stars and the date at the end of the legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1890
* 20 MARK *

Edge

Lettered

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Mark - William II (Copper pattern strike) 1890 from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) made of Copper weighing 4.13 g is that it was designed by the renowned German engraver and artist, Karl Goetz. Goetz was known for his exceptional skill in creating detailed and intricate designs, and his work on this coin is no exception. The coin features a portrait of King Wilhelm II on the obverse, and an eagle on the reverse, both of which were designed by Goetz. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists, and its unique design makes it a standout piece in any collection.