20 Mark German Empire Wilhelm I Gold Coin | 1871-1888

20 Mark German Empire Wilhelm I Gold Coin | 1871-1888

The 20 Mark Wilhelm I gold coin was struck at the Prussian Mint (Berlin) from 1871 to 1888. Each coin holds 7.168 g of fine gold at .900 fineness, total weight 7.965 g. Struck in the founding years of the German Empire, it is a cornerstone of Imperial German numismatics.

Specifications

• Country: German Empire (Prussia)
• Mint: Prussian Mint, Berlin (mint mark A)
• Ruler: Kaiser Wilhelm I (r. 1871-1888)
• Period: 1871-1888
• Denomination: 20 Mark
• Gold fineness: .900 (900/1000)
• Fine gold weight: 7.168 g | Total: 7.965 g
• Diameter: 22.5 mm
• Obverse: portrait of Kaiser Wilhelm I | Reverse: Imperial eagle, denomination, GOTT MIT UNS

About the Wilhelm I 20 Mark

Wilhelm I (1797-1888) was proclaimed the first German Emperor at Versailles in 1871. The 20 Mark unified Germany's monetary system, replacing state-by-state currencies. The reverse bears the Prussian eagle and GOTT MIT UNS. As one of the first German Empire gold coins it is increasingly prized by collectors. VAT-exempt. See the full gold coin range at GoldInvest24.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much fine gold does the 20 Mark Wilhelm I contain? A: Each coin contains 7.168 g of fine gold at .900 fineness, total weight 7.965 g, diameter 22.5 mm.

Q: What distinguishes the Wilhelm I 20 Mark from later German Empire issues? A: The Wilhelm I issue (1871-1888) is the founding series of German Empire gold coinage. Later 20 Mark coins feature Friedrich III (1888) or Wilhelm II (1888-1913) with different obverse portraits.

Q: Is this coin VAT-exempt? A: Yes. As a qualifying bullion gold coin under EU Council Directive 98/80/EC it is VAT-exempt across all EU member states.

Q: Are German Empire 20 Mark coins easy to resell? A: Yes. German Empire gold Marks are well recognised on the European numismatic and bullion market, priced at a modest premium over their fine gold content.