© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
20 Mark Johann Sebastian Bach; Pattern
1975 year| Silver (.625) | 20.9 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1975 |
| Value | 20 Mark (20 DDM) |
| Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| Weight | 20.9 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#313726 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Notes on a music staff incuse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1685 - 1750
Joh. Sebast. Bach.
Engraver: K. Wittkugel
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Mark (Johann Sebastian Bach; Pattern) 1975 from German Democratic Republic (Germany) made of Silver (.625) weighing 20.9 g is that it features a unique design that was never officially released into circulation. The coin was minted as a pattern coin, which means it was produced as a trial or sample coin and not intended for general circulation. The design features a portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach, a famous German composer, on one side and the coat of arms of the German Democratic Republic on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item among numismatists and fans of Bach's music.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 A | 4 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark (Johann Sebastian Bach; Pattern) 1975 coin.
