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5 Mark - William I
| Gold (.900) (Au 900, Cu 100) | 1.991 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (Wilhelm I.) (1861-1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1877-1878 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Mark |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (Au 900, Cu 100) |
| Weight | 1.991 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 October 1900 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#21747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHES REICH 1877
* 5 MARK *
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Mark coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) made of Gold (.900) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was introduced in 1877, just a year after the formation of the German Empire, which was a significant turning point in German history. The coin's design, featuring King William I on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolized the newfound unity and power of the German nation. Additionally, the use of gold as the material for the coin reflected the country's growing economic prosperity and its desire to establish itself as a major world power.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1877 A | 1217000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 B | 517000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 C | 688000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 A | 502000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1877-1878 coin.
