5 Deutsche Mark (Albert Schweitzer) 1975 front 5 Deutsche Mark (Albert Schweitzer) 1975 back
5 Deutsche Mark (Albert Schweitzer) 1975 photo
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5 Deutsche Mark Albert Schweitzer

1975 year
Silver (.625) 11.2 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Federal Republic of Germany
Period
Federal Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1975
Value
5 Deutsche Mark (5&nbspDEM)
Currency
Deutsche Mark (1948-2001)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
11.2 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
2.07 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 December 2001
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#3131
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Portrait of the Doctor Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965), philosopher and holder of a Nobel Prize

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ALBERT SCHWEITZER
1875-1965

Engraver: Manfred Spang

Edge

Smooth and inscripted

Lettering: EHRFURCHT VOR DEM LEBEN

Translation: Respect for life

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Deutsche Mark (Albert Schweitzer) coin from 1975 is that it features a unique design that was created by the artist, Gerd Aretz. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Albert Schweitzer, a famous German theologian and philosopher, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a palm tree, which symbolizes peace and tranquility. The coin's design was meant to reflect Schweitzer's dedication to promoting peace and humanitarianism throughout his life.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975 G 250000 - - - - - -

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