Württemberg 3 Mark (Wilhelm II)
Country of Origin: German Empire (Kingdom of Württemberg)
Year of Issue: 1912
Denomination: 3 Mark
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper (.900 fine)
Brief Description
A large silver coin featuring the bearded bust of King Wilhelm II of Württemberg on the obverse and the imperial eagle on the reverse.
Historical Significance
Issued during the German Empire period (1871-1918), where individual member states (like the Kingdom of Württemberg) retained the right to strike silver coinage for denominations of 2 Mark and higher featuring their own monarchs.
Estimated Value
$35 - $60 in About Uncirculated (AU) condition; $75 - $150+ in high Mint State (MS) grades.
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges while wearing cotton or nitrile gloves. Do not clean or polish, as this removes the original luster and significantly lowers the numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free plastic flip or archival capsule.
Mint Mark
F (Stuttgart Mint)
Mintage & Rarity
934,000; relatively common for the series but popular among collectors of German States coinage.
Weight & Diameter
16.67 grams / 33 mm
Edge
Lettered (GOTT MIT UNS)
Apparent Grade
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated (XF-AU). Significant detail remains in the hair and beard, with some light circulation wear and attractive peripheral toning.
Obverse (Front)
Head of Wilhelm II facing right, bearded. Legend: WILHELM II KOENIG VON WUERTTEMBERG. Mint mark 'F' below the neck.
Reverse (Back)
Crowned Imperial Eagle (Reichsadler) with a shield on its breast. Legend: DEUTSCHES REICH 1912 * DREI MARK *
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition (grade), presence of original 'mint frost', and the level of toning/patina. Cleaned or scratched coins sell at a significant discount.
Similar Coins
Similar to the 2 Mark and 5 Mark coins of the same design, distinguished by weight, diameter, and the denomination text (ZWEI/FÜNF vs DREI).
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for correct weight (16.67g) and diameter. Verify the edge lettering; counterfeits often have poor edge quality or incorrect fonts. Look for 'pitting' or mushy details which indicate a cast fake.
Notable Varieties & Errors
No major die varieties for the 1912 issue; value is primarily driven by condition.
Created At: 2026-05-11T18:50:16.855993