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5 Mark - Louis III

1914 year
Silver (.900) 27.777 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Louis III (Ludwig III) (1913-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1914
Value
5 Marks
Currency
Mark
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
27.777 g
Diameter
38 mm
Thickness
2.75 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#34840
Rarity index
62%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, shield on breast

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1914
* FÜNF MARK *

Edge

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Mark - Louis III 1914 coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1914, just as World War I was breaking out, and it was one of the last coins minted by the Kingdom of Bavaria before it was absorbed into the German Empire. This coin is a tangible reminder of the tumultuous period in German history and serves as a piece of history that collectors and numismatists can hold and cherish.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1914 D 142400 - - - - - -

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