German Empire 1 Mark 1873 obverse — Germany (German Empire), 1 Mark Obverse
German Empire 1 Mark 1873 reverse — Germany (German Empire) Reverse
Germany (German Empire) Common

German Empire 1 Mark 1873

1 Mark · Silver .900

This is a first-year issue German Empire 1 Mark silver coin struck at the Berlin Mint (mintmark 'A' visible on the reverse). The obverse features the Imperial German eagle with crown and ornate shield, while the reverse displays '1 MARK' within an oak wreath with 'DEUTSCHES REICH' and the date 1873. This is a Type I design used from 1873-1887.

Year
1873
Country
Germany (German Empire)
Metal
Silver .900
Diameter
None
Weight
None
Est. Value
$45
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Current Market Value
$45
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52-week low
$27
52-week high
$99
Last sale
$43
Avg grade sold
VF

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