20 Mark (Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm) 1986 front 20 Mark (Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm) 1986 back
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20 Mark Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm

1986 year
Silver (.625) 20.9 g 33.0 mm
Description
Issuer
German Democratic Republic (Germany)
Period
Democratic Republic (1949-1990)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1986
Value
20 Mark (20&nbspDDM)
Currency
Mark (1948-1990)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
20.9 g
Diameter
33.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
30 June 1990
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#43369
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Puss in Boots

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JACOB & WILHELM GRIMM
* 1785
* 1786

Engravers: Sneschana Russewa-Hoyer, Heinz Hoyer

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: 20 MARK * 20 MARK * 20 MARK *

Interesting fact

The 20 Mark coin featuring Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm was minted in 1986 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the brothers' birth. The coin's design features the brothers' names and a depiction of them surrounded by elements from their famous fairy tales, such as a magic mirror, a golden goose, and a witch. The coin was minted in silver (.625) and weighs 20.9 grams. It was issued by the German Democratic Republic (GDR) and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986 A 3508 - - - - - -

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