© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Mark Copper pattern strike
1906 year| Copper | 19.86 g | 38.84 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1906 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 19.86 g |
| Diameter | 38.84 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#318156 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle with the denomination below and the date to the right of the issuer name above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1906
* FÜNF MARK *
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Mark coin from the Free Hanseatic City of Hamburg is that it features a unique design that showcases the city's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Saint Peter, the patron saint of Hamburg, while the reverse side features a depiction of the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three towers and a crown. This design was created by the artist Carl Friedrich Voigt, who was a prominent medalist and engraver in Germany at the time. The coin's unique design makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
