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20 Mark Martin Luther - Pattern
1983 yearCopper-nickel | - | 33 mm |
Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
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Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1983 |
Value | 20 Mark (20 DDM) |
Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Diameter | 33 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#313721 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Portrait of Martin Luther wearing a toga and holding a Bible in his hands
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTIN LUTHER * 1483 - 1546
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Engraver: H. Rodewald
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Mark coin featuring Martin Luther, issued in 1983 by the German Democratic Republic (GDR), is a unique and interesting collector's item. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was designed by the renowned German artist, Heinz Goetz, who was known for his work in coin design and medal art. Goetz's design for the Martin Luther coin features a portrait of Luther on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of the Luther Rose, a symbol associated with Luther and the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design was meant to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Luther's birth, which fell in 1983.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1983 A | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Mark (Martin Luther - Pattern) 1983 coin.