5 Mark - Louis II 1874-1876 front 5 Mark - Louis II 1874-1876 back
5 Mark - Louis II 1874-1876 photo
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5 Mark - Louis II

 
Silver (.900) 27.777 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Louis II (Ludwig II) (1864-1886)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1874-1876
Value
5 Marks
Currency
Mark
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
27.777 g
Diameter
38 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#11086
Rarity index
26%

Reverse

A German eagle with the value below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1876
* FÜNF MARK *

Translation:
German Empire 1876
Five Mark

Edge

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS (Dieu avec nous)

Interesting fact

The 5 Mark coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria, featuring Louis II, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in Germany. The coin was minted between 1874 and 1876, a period when the German States were transitioning from independent states to a unified Germany. This coin is a symbol of that transition and represents a significant moment in German history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1874 D 84960 - - - - - -
1875 D 656751 - - - - - -
1876 D 1129555 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mark - Louis II 1874-1876 coin.