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3 Mark - Meissen
1921 year| Porcelain (brown) | 3.73 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Meißen (Federal state of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 3 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Porcelain (brown) |
| Weight | 3.73 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#257488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1921
Comment
Menzel: EEEInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Mark - Meissen 1921 coin is that it was made of porcelain, which is a unique material for coins. Porcelain is a type of ceramic material that is known for its whiteness, translucency, and strength. It was a deliberate choice by the city of Meißen to use porcelain for their coins, as it was a symbol of the city's long history of porcelain production. In fact, Meißen is famous for its porcelain production, which began in the 18th century and continues to this day. The use of porcelain for coins was a way to showcase the city's expertise in this craft and to create a distinctive and memorable coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Mark - Meissen 1921 coin.
