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5 Mark - William I
| Silver (.900) (Ag 900, Cu 100) | 27.777 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (Wilhelm I.) (1861-1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1874-1876 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Ag 900, Cu 100) |
| Weight | 27.777 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2.72 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 20 April 1920 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
An eagle with the denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1874
* FÜNF MARK *
Translation:
German Empire 1874
Five Mark
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Translation: God With Us
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Mark coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) made of Silver (.900) is that it was minted during the reign of King Wilhelm I, also known as Wilhelm the Great, who ruled from 1871 to 1888. Wilhelm I was a prominent figure in German history, known for his leadership during the unification of Germany and his support for the arts and sciences. The coin's design features Wilhelm I's profile on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's power and influence during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 A | 837546 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 A | 852836 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 B | 919482 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 A | 2041407 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 B | 2098368 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 C | 812361 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mark - William I 1874-1876 coin.
