5 Mark 1874 D "Bayern" (Germany, German Empire)
Photo by: Fritz Rudolf Künker, Lübke & Wiedemann
Specification
- MetalSilver (0,900)
- Weight27,78 g
- Pure silver (0,8038 oz) 25,002 g
- Diameter38 mm
- EdgeInscription
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC84,960
Description
- CountryGermany
- PeriodGerman Empire
- Denomination5 Mark
- Year1874
- RulerLudwig II (King of Bavaria)
- MintMunich
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the German 5 Mark 1874 "Bayern" with mark D. This silver coin from the times of German Empire struck at the Munich Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 3109 sold at the Gorny & Mosch Giessener Münzhandlung GmbH auction for EUR 5,500. Bidding took place March 9, 2016.
How much is the silver coin of German Empire 5 Mark 1874 D "Bayern"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin 5 Mark 1874 "Bayern" with mark D is 260 USD for regular strike and 3600 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 5 Mark 1874 "Bayern" with mark D?
The information on the current value of the German coin 5 Mark 1874 "Bayern" with the letters D is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the 5 Mark 1874 "Bayern" with the letters D?
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