German New Guinea: German Colony. Wilhelm II 5 Mark 1894-A MS65 NGC,...

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Astounding Gem 5 Mark

German Colony. Wilhelm II 5 Mark 1894-A MS65 NGC, Berlin mint, KM7, J-707, Dav-429. Perhaps the most broadly collected issue of the great German New Guinea series, the business strike of the Crown-sized 5 Mark. The appeal to World Crown collectors is immense; a one-year, low-mintage type, with colonial appeal, and one of the most celebrated coin designs ever engraved. And though the scarcity and high-demand of the type in Mint State have created a market for these that could never be described as insignificant, Proof renditions in comparable condition bring dramatically higher sums. The representative seen here is a lovely Gem Mint State piece, the typical satin luster cascading over the beautiful designs with just a light veil of tone to add some originality. A crowd-pleasing selection sure to bring a smile to the face of the collector lucky enough to bring this example home.

From the Eternal Collection, Part III

Metal: Silver
Diameter: 38mm
Weight: 27.778g
ASW: 0.8037oz
Mintage: 19,000

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