5 Deutsche Mark Pattern
1951 year| Brass | 21.56 g | 28.94 mm |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1951 |
| Value | 5 Deutsche Mark (5 DEM) |
| Currency | Deutsche Mark (1948-2001) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 21.56 g |
| Diameter | 28.94 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#303264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value on large bell and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEVTSCHE MARK
5
1951
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Deutsche Mark (Pattern) 1951 from Federal Republic of Germany made of Brass weighing 21.56g is that it was designed by the German artist and sculptor, Reinhold Begas. Begas was known for his work in the field of numismatics and created several designs for German coins during the 1950s. The Pattern 5 Deutsche Mark coin features an image of a woman, representing the German state, on the obverse side, and a depiction of the German eagle on the reverse side. The coin was never officially released into circulation, but it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.