5 Kronen - Johann II 1900-1915 front 5 Kronen - Johann II 1900-1915 back
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5 Kronen - Johann II

 
Silver (.900) 24 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Liechtenstein
Prince
John II (Johann II) (1858-1929)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1900-1915
Value
5 Kronen
Currency
Krone (1898-1921)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
24 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
28 August 1920
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#11780
Rarity index
47%

Reverse

Coat of Arms of Liechtenstein in the middle with two branches around. Over left one number (value) and over right one KR·. Date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 KR·
19 04

Translation: 5 Krone

Engraver: Gustave Deloye

Edge

Smooth with inscribed lettering in Positions A and B:
POSITION A - Edge lettering reads upside-down when Johann II's portrait faces up
POSITION B - Edge lettering reads normally when Johann II's portrait faces up

Lettering: * KLAR * UND * FEST * (symbol) * * (symbol)

Translation: Clear and firm

Comment

Same size and weight as the Austro-Hungarian 5 Corona and 5 Korona.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Kronen coin from Liechtenstein is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Prince Johann II on one side and the coat of arms of Liechtenstein on the other. The coin was minted from 1900 to 1915 and was made of silver (.900), weighing 24 grams.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1900  5000 - - - - - -
1904  15000 - - - - - -
1910  10000 - - - - - -
1915  10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kronen - Johann II 1900-1915 coin.