German Empire – 1 Mark, 1881 (Silver)

Features:

• German Empire – 1 Mark, 1881 (Silver)
• Country: German Empire (Deutsches Reich)
• Year: 1881
• Denomination: 1 Mark
• Obverse:
• Imperial German eagle with outspread wings, crowned, bearing the shield of the German Empire at center.
• Reverse:
• Denomination “1 MARK” surrounded by an oak wreath.
• Legend “DEUTSCHES REICH” around.
• Date 1881 below.
• Technical Details
• Metal: Silver (.900 fine)
• Weight: approx. 5.56 g
• Pure silver content: ~5.0 g
• Diameter: approx. 24 mm
• Edge: Reeded
• Mint mark: G (Karlsruhe Mint)
• Mint Mark Information
• The “G” mint mark identifies the Karlsruhe Mint.
• Coins from this mint were produced in smaller quantities than the main Berlin Mint (“A”), making them scarcer and more attractive to collectors.
• Condition
• Circulated, with visible wear consistent with age.
• Details, legends, and date remain clearly readable.
• Natural silver toning present.
• Please review photos carefully — they form part of the description.
• Additional Notes
• Genuine silver circulation coin
• Original issue of the German Empire
• Not a replica
• Mint-mark variety collectible