Germany Empire 1/2 Mark Silver Coin
- Historical Witness: minted 1905 to 1919
- Mints: from Hamburg to Munich
- High Fineness: classic 900/1000
- Historical WitnessGenuine originals from the Wilhelmine era to hold
- MintsMinted in Berlin, Munich, Stuttgart, Karlsruhe and Hamburg
- High FinenessWith 2.50 grams of fine silver in the classic German standard
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Original from the German Empire
What a mark had to bear
1/2 mark, silver, obverse
Value, year, imperial eagle and a letter for the mint: all of this was laid down by law. A piece of 1/2 marks weighs 2.78 g, of which 2.5 g is fine silver.
What the law prescribes
Value, year, eagle and a letter
For the mark and the smaller coins, the coinage act of 1873 laid down what they bear:
“bear on one side the statement of value, the year and the inscription ‘Deutsches Reich’, on the other side the imperial eagle and the mint mark”
The coins from 1 mark down to 1 pfennig were the same throughout the Reich.
DeutschesThe word DEUTSCHES, on the left in the arc
ValueThe value in the oak wreath
YearThe year of striking
Before the mark
By law: a sixth of a thaler, half a mark
The coinage act of 1873 had silver coins of German stamp worth a sixth of a thaler accepted as half a mark, and those worth a third of a thaler as one mark.
The mint mark
A letter tells where it was struck
The mark and the smaller coins also bear a mint mark: a letter that names the mint. A stands for Berlin, J for Hamburg, F for Stuttgart.
“Below, the mint mark J for Hamburg.”
The photo of this piece shows a A. As it comes from different years, your piece may bear another letter.
The gold of the mark
The gold of the German Empire
Twenty and ten marks in gold, 900/1,000: a twenty-mark piece weighs 7.96 grams, of which 7.17 grams is fine gold.
The mark in silver
The silver mark in the hand
For silver coins, the coinage act of 1873 prescribed pieces of five, two and one mark, and of fifty and twenty pfennig. One pound of fine silver was to yield 100 one-mark pieces, so a mark holds 5 grams of fine silver.
“No one is obliged to accept imperial silver coins in amounts of more than twenty marks …”
Meaning: no one had to accept silver coins for amounts over 20 marks.
In the law the half mark is called the fifty-pfennig piece: 400 pieces from one kilogram of fine silver, so 2.5 grams of silver per piece.
The three-mark piece exists since a law of 1908. It took the place of the Vereinsthaler, prohibited since 1907, and holds 15 grams of fine silver.
Rentenmark and Reichsmark
The Reichsmark from 1924
The coinage act of 30 August 1924 introduced the Reichsmark; in October 1924 it came into circulation alongside the Rentenmark, one to one.
Our strikes
What our strikes take up
Our strikes bear the lettering 1 Reichsmark or 1 Mark in an oak wreath. They are newly struck, no Reichsmark of the past and no legal tender of the Reich.
At a glance
- Type
- Original
- Era
- German Empire
- Face value
- 1/2 marks
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness
- 900/1,000
- Gross weight
- 2.78 g
- Fine weight
- 2.5 g
- Diameter
- 20 mm
- Packaging
- Coin capsule
Gross weight: the weight of the whole coin. Fine weight: the pure metal in it. Fineness: its share in thousandths.
Details from our product data, the coinage acts and the photo. The year and mint mark of your piece may differ from the photo.
Original and new strike
On the left a mark from the German Empire, on the right our strike of 1/200 ounce of fine gold, which takes up DEUTSCHES REICH and 1 MARK in an oak wreath.
One was money throughout the Reich, the other is newly struck: two pieces, one image.
A Piece of German History in Your Hands – The German Empire 1/2 Mark Silver Coin
Immerse yourself in the glorious era of the German Empire! With the historic 1/2 Mark silver coin, you hold not only a fascinating testament to history in your hands, but also a smart investment in genuine silver. These authentic coins from the Wilhelmine era combine numismatic value with the timeless precious metal that has been prized as a safe investment for thousands of years.
Why this silver coin enriches your portfolio
The German Empire 1/2 Mark coin is far more than just a collector's item. With a fine weight of 2.50 grams of pure silver and an impressive fineness of 900/1000, it represents real, tangible value. While paper money comes and goes, silver retains its intrinsic value – a quality that is worth its weight in gold, especially in uncertain times.
"Silver is not just a precious metal – it is insurance against the uncertainties of life and a foundation for prosperity across generations."
Technical perfection meets historical significance
These silver coins impress with their precise craftsmanship:
- Diameter: A compact 20.00 mm – perfect for secure storage
- Gross weight: 2.78 grams of solid quality
- Fineness: 900/1000 – the classic standard for German silver coins
- Minting period: 1905 to 1919 – the final years of the German Empire
- Condition: Standard bank-grade circulated condition with authentic character
Each coin is delivered securely in a protective coin capsule. This keeps your investment optimally protected!
The perfect entry into the world of precious metals
Especially for beginners, the 1/2 Mark silver coin offers an ideal gateway into the precious metals market. Compared to larger silver coins or gold products, it is affordable without compromising on quality. The high liquidity of silver also allows you to sell your investment quickly and easily whenever needed.
Your reliable partner for inflation hedging and wealth preservation
In times of rising inflation, the true value of physical precious metals becomes apparent. While the purchasing power of paper money diminishes, silver has preserved its value for centuries. Industrial demand for silver – particularly in electronics, solar, and medical technology – provides a solid foundation and long-term value stability.
Particularly noteworthy: after a holding period of at least one year, profits from the sale of silver are generally tax-free! Another advantage that makes these historic coins an attractive form of investment.
Diverse mints – consistent quality
The coins originate from various renowned German mints of the German Empire:
- Berlin (A)
- Munich (D)
- Stuttgart (F)
- Karlsruhe (G)
- Hamburg (J)
Regardless of the mint, you always receive the guaranteed silver quality and historical value of these special coins.
More than just a coin – your personal crisis protection
History has shown: in times of crisis, physical precious metals prove to be safe havens. The 1/2 Mark silver coin combines several advantages in this regard. Its compact size makes it an ideal medium of exchange for smaller transactions. At the same time, it is recognized worldwide as genuine silver – an invaluable advantage in uncertain times.
Think long-term! These coins are excellent as a cornerstone for your retirement provision or as a valuable inheritance for future generations. After all, what could be more enduring than a piece of history made of real silver?
"Don't just invest in silver – invest in security, tradition, and timeless values."
Conclusion: An investment with heart and mind
The Germany German Empire 1/2 Mark silver coin is the perfect symbiosis of historical collector's value and solid investment metal. It diversifies your portfolio, protects against inflation, and preserves wealth across generations. With Kettner Edelmetalle as your trustworthy partner, you are not just investing in a coin – you are investing in a piece of German history and in your financial future.
Secure your copy of these sought-after silver coins today and become part of a centuries-old tradition of wealth preservation through precious metals!
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