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10 Mark Ludwig van Beethoven
1970 year| Silver (.625) | 17.0 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 10 Mark (10 DDM) |
| Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| 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#43331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN *
1770 - 1827
F4
Engravers: Wilfried Fitzenreiter, Axel Bertram
Edge
Smooth with inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10 MARK * 10 MARK * 10 MARK *
Comment
Previously AKS# 755 and AKS# 455.Interesting fact
The 10 Mark coin featuring Ludwig van Beethoven, issued in 1970 by the German Democratic Republic (GDR), was part of a series of coins commemorating famous German artists and cultural figures. The coin was designed by artist Heinz Gödecke and features a portrait of Beethoven on one side, along with the denomination and the year of issue. The reverse side of the coin depicts a scene from Beethoven's opera "Fidelio." This coin is notable not only for its unique design but also for its historical significance, as it was issued during a time when the GDR was still a socialist state, and it represents a small part of the country's cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 A | 72343 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Mark (Ludwig van Beethoven) 1970 coin.
