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Historic 5 Mark Silver Coin – Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg 1876 J
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This impressive 5 Mark silver coin from the German Empire of the year 1876 is a significant piece of German numismatics. It dates from the early phase of the German Empire, founded in 1871, and reflects the unification of the German states under Prussian leadership. This particular issue is dedicated to the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg.
Design Features
The obverse of the coin shows the majestic crowned imperial eagle, the central symbol of the German Empire. The eagle holds a scepter and an orb in its talons and bears a shield on its chest. The eagle is framed by the inscription "DEUTSCHES REICH" at the top and the year "1876" on the right side. At the bottom, the denomination "FÜNF MARK" is clearly legible. The minting is rich in detail and testifies to the high quality of coin production at that time [1], [2].
The reverse features the Great Coat of Arms of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg. It depicts a castle with three towers, flanked by two lions as supporters. Above the castle, a helmet with a peacock's comb is shown. The inscription reads "FREIE UND HANSESTADT HAMBURG". Below the coat of arms, the mint mark "J" for the Hamburg mint can be seen. This motif is characteristic of Hamburg's 5 Mark coins of this period [1], [3].
Technical Data
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Feature
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Value
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Denomination
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5 Mark
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Year of Minting
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1876
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Mint
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J (Hamburg)
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Material
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Silver (.900 purity)
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Fine Weight
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25 g (total weight)
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Diameter
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approx. 38 mm
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Edge
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Smooth with inscription "GOTT MIT UNS" [6]
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Mintage
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930,000 copies (1876 J) [5]
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Historical Context
The 5 Mark silver coins were the largest silver coins of the German Empire and were minted between 1874 and 1915. They were an important means of payment and a symbol of the new national unity. The year 1876 falls within the consolidation phase of the Empire after its founding in 1871. The issue of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg with its specific city coat of arms is an excellent example of the diversity of coin mintings within the Empire, where individual federal states expressed their autonomy through their own motifs on the reverse of the coins. These coins are not only a piece of currency but also a reflection of Germany's political and economic development in this formative era and the importance of Hamburg as a significant trading city [4].
Collector's Value and Condition
This coin is a sought-after collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts. Its value depends heavily on its condition. The present coin shows age-related signs of use, which emphasize its authenticity and historical character.
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