5 Mark - Louis IV 1891 front 5 Mark - Louis IV 1891 back
5 Mark - Louis IV 1891 photo
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5 Mark - Louis IV

1891 year
Silver (.900) 27.77 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States)
Grand duke
Louis IV (1877-1892)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1891
Value
5 Mark
Currency
Mark
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
27.77 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#56103
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1891
* 5 MARK *

Edge

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS

Interesting fact

The 5 Mark coin from the Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt, minted in 1891 during the reign of Louis IV, features an interesting design element - a stylized portrait of the Grand Duke, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and acorns. This design was meant to symbolize the connection between the ruler and the land, as well as the Grand Duchy's strong agricultural tradition.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1891 A 25060 - - - - - -

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