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© CGB
10 Mark Justus von Liebig
1978 year| Silver (.500) | 17.0 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 10 Mark (10 DDM) |
| Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 17.0 g |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1990 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#43336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Portrait of Justus von Liebig facing right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1803-1873
JUSTUS v. LIEBIG
Engravers: E. Schöneberg, R. Radack
Edge
Smooth with inscription.
Lettering: 10 MARK * 10 MARK * 10 MARK *
Interesting fact
The 10 Mark (Justus von Liebig) coin from the German Democratic Republic (GDR) is interesting because it was minted in 1978 as part of a series commemorating notable German scientists and thinkers. Justus von Liebig was a renowned chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry, and his work laid the foundation for modern agricultural practices. The coin's design features an image of Liebig on the obverse, while the reverse bears the GDR's coat of arms and the denomination. It was minted in silver (.500) and weighs 17.0 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 A | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark (Justus von Liebig) 1978 coin.
