© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
10 Mark Liberation from Fascism - Pattern
1985 year| Copper-nickel | 12 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 10 Mark (10 DDM) |
| Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313998 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Large statue of a soldier with child and broken swastika (at the Soviet Memorial in Treptower Park in Berlin), dividing lettering.
Lettering:
40. Jahrestag des Sieges über den Hitler-faschismus
und der Befreiung des deutschen Volkes vom Faschismus
Translation:
40th anniversary of the victory over Hitler fascism
and the liberation of the German people from fascism.
Engravers: Dietrich Dorfstecher, Gerhard Rommel
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Mark coin from the German Democratic Republic (GDR) features a unique design that symbolizes the country's liberation from fascism. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a woman breaking free from chains, representing the struggle against fascism and the move towards a more democratic society. The reverse side features the coat of arms of the GDR, which includes a hammer, a compass, and a wreath of wheat, symbolizing the country's commitment to socialism, industry, and agriculture. The coin's design was created by the artist Günther Stüdemann and was minted in 1985 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the liberation of Germany from fascism.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 A | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark (Liberation from Fascism - Pattern) 1985 coin.
