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5 Mark - Meissen
1921 year| Porcelain (brown) | 5 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | City of Meißen (Federal state of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Porcelain (brown) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#202160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Stadt Meissen
5 Mark
1921
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Sachsen].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Mark - Meissen 1921 coin is that it was made of porcelain, which is a unique material for coins. Porcelain is a type of ceramic material that is known for its whiteness, translucency, and strength, and it is typically used for making fine china and other decorative items. The use of porcelain for coins was a deliberate choice by the City of Meißen to highlight the city's long history of porcelain production, which dates back to the 18th century. The brown color of the coin was achieved by adding a small amount of iron oxide to the porcelain mixture. This coin is a rare example of a coin made of porcelain and is highly sought after by collectors.
