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5 Mark - Wilhelm II
1894 year| Silver (.900) | 27.778 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | German New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1894 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Goldmark (1894-1895) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 27.778 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 15 April 1911 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within palm wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEU-GUINEA COMPAGNIE
5
NEU-GUINEA
MARK
1894
A
Translation:
New Guinea Company
5
New Guinea
Mark
Engraver: Emil Weigand
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Original mintage was 23,000 but after the coin withdrawal all except for 19,000 were melted down.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Mark - Wilhelm II 1894 coin from German New Guinea (Papua New Guinea) is that it was minted during a time when the region was still a German colony. The coin features the image of Wilhelm II, who was the German Emperor at the time, and the reverse side depicts the German eagle and the denomination. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and rarity, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 A | 23000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mark - Wilhelm II 1894 coin.
