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5 Mark - Albert 800 years house of Wettin; Kingdom of Saxony
1889 year| Bronze | - | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Albert I (Albrecht I) (1873-1902) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1889 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1872-1917) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75353 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Throne scene, anniversary dates at base.
Lettering:
1089
1889
Edge
Plain
Comment
Bronze medal struck in the size of a 5 mark coin.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Mark - Albert (800 years house of Wettin; Kingdom of Saxony) 1889 from Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Bronze is that it features a unique design that was never actually used on any circulating coins. The pattern coin was minted in 1889 to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the House of Wettin, a powerful dynasty that ruled Saxony for centuries. The coin's design features a portrait of King Albert of Saxony on one side and an image of the Wettin family's coat of arms on the other. Despite its historical significance, the coin was never widely circulated and remains a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 E | 4310 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mark - Albert (800 years house of Wettin; Kingdom of Saxony) 1889 coin.
