© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
5 Deutsche Mark Ludwig van Beethoven - Pattern
1970 year| Copper-nickel | 9.03 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 5 Deutsche Mark (5 DEM) |
| Currency | Deutsche Mark (1948-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9.03 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 1.87 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Portrait of the composer and organist Ludwig van Beethoven, born on December 16th 1770 in Bonn and died in Vienna on March 26th 1827.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN ·
1770-1827
Engraver: Siegmund Schütz
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Deutsche Mark (Ludwig van Beethoven - Pattern) 1970 from Federal Republic of Germany is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven, a renowned German composer and musician. This design was created by the artist Karl-Heinz Klein and was specifically commissioned for this coin. The coin's obverse side features the standard design for the 5 Deutsche Mark coin, which includes the coat of arms of the Federal Republic of Germany and the denomination. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for those interested in numismatics and German history.
