Today we would like to introduce a 2 mark commemorative silver coin issued by the Kingdom of Prussia of the German Empire in 1913.
The coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the victory over Napoleon in 1813 (the War of Liberation) and features a design that symbolizes German patriotism and unity.
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Coin Information:
• Name: 1913 Prussian 2 Mark coin commemorating the defeat of Napoleon
• Country of issue: German Empire (Kingdom of Prussia)
• Value: 2 marks
• Material: Silver (.900 fine silver)
• Mintmark: “A” (Berlin Mint)
• Certification agency: NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company)
• Grade: MS62 (Mint State 62)
• Certification number: 8204395-006
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Design commentary:
• Front:
The painting depicts Prussian King Frederick William III on horseback addressing the people, surrounded by citizens expressing their determination to go to war.
Inscription: "DER KÖNIG RIEF UND ALLE ALLE KAMEN"
(The king called and everyone answered.)
• Back side:
The German Imperial Eagle is holding down a snake (the symbol of Napoleon), which is a symbol of victory and power.
Inscription: “DEUTSCHES REICH 1913 – ZWEI MARK”
(German Empire 1913 – 2 marks)
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This coin was issued as part of an important commemorative event in modern German history and is a fascinating collectible both historically and visually.
Coin Identification:
• Name: 1913 Prussia 2 Mark – Defeat of Napoleon Commemorative
• Issuer: German Empire (Prussia)
• Mintmark: “A” (indicating the Berlin Mint)
• Denomination: 2 Mark
• Metal: Silver (.900 fine)
• Grading Service: NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company)
• Grade: MS62 (Mint State 62)
• Certification Number: 8204395-006
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Coin Summary:
This coin was issued in 1913 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the German Wars of Liberation against Napoleon. It portrays a patriotic scene of King Frederick William III of Prussia rallying his people to arms, with a reverse depicting the German Imperial eagle defeating a serpent (symbolizing Napoleon's tyranny).
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Design Details:
• Obverse (Front): A scene showing King Frederick William III on horseback with German citizens around him; inscription: “DER KÖNIG RIEF UND ALLE ALLE KAMEN” (The king called and all, all came).
• Reverse (Back): A majestic German Imperial Eagle crushing a serpent, symbolizing the victory over Napoleon; inscription: “DEUTSCHES REICH 1913 – ZWEI MARK” (German Empire 1913 – Two Mark).
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