5 Mark - George II (Pattern) 1900 front 5 Mark - George II (Pattern) 1900 back
5 Mark - George II (Pattern) 1900 photo
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5 Mark - George II Pattern

1900 year
Silver 36.58 g 40.5 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
Weight
36.58 g
Diameter
40.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168229
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Seated elderly male figure turned right leaning on a staff, to the right a left facing nude and winged male figure playing a lyre, tree in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering: .AMICIS.

Engraver: Georg Roemer

Comment

The Patterns where planned to become 5 Mark coins but where denied by the Reichsschatzamt for not looking enough like a coin.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Mark - George II (Pattern) 1900 from Duchy of Saxe-Meiningen (German States) made of Silver weighing 36.58 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It features a unique design, showcasing George II in a crowned bust, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and a pattern of stars. The obverse side displays the coat of arms of Saxe-Meiningen, adding to its historical significance and collectible value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1900  20 - - - - - -

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