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5 Deutsche Mark German Archaeological Institute
1979 year| Silver (.625) (Copper .375) | 11.2 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Deutsche Mark (5 DEM) |
| Currency | Deutsche Mark (1948-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) (Copper .375) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#3884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Griffin from the seal of the German Archaeological Institute
Script: Latin
Lettering:
150
JAHRE
DEUTSCHES
ARCHÄOLOGISCHES
INSTITUT
1829-1979
Translation:
150
Years
German
Archaeology
Institute
1829-1979
Engraver: Karl Föll
Edge
Smooth with inscriptions
Lettering: MONUMENTIS AC LITTERIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the German Archaeological Institute, which was founded in 1879. The coin's design features an image of the institute's headquarters in Berlin, as well as various symbols and motifs associated with archaeology and ancient civilizations.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 J | 259120 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Deutsche Mark (German Archaeological Institute) 1979 coin.
