5 Mark - George II 1900 front 5 Mark - George II 1900 back
5 Mark - George II 1900 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

5 Mark - George II

1900 year
Silver (.900) 27.54 g 37.94 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Meiningen (German States)
Duke
George II (Georg II) (1866-1914)
Type
Pattern
Year
1900
Value
5 Mark
Currency
Mark (1872-1915)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
27.54 g
Diameter
37.94 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#281230
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with shield on breast

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* DEUTSCHES REICH 1900*
FÜNF MARK

Edge

Lettered

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Mark - George II 1900 from Duchy of Saxe-Meiningen (German States) is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It features a portrait of George II, the last Duke of Saxe-Meiningen, on one side, and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.