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5 Deutsche Mark Theodor Fontane
1969 year| Silver (.625) | 11.2 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1969 |
| Value | 5 Deutsche Mark (5 DEM) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#3432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
The bust of Theodor Fontane facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering: THEODOR FONTANE 1819-1898 +
Engraver: Heinrich Körner
Edge
Smooth with inscriptions
Lettering: DER FREIE - NUR IST TREU
Translation: The Free - Only is True
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Theodor Fontane, a renowned German writer and poet. The coin's design features a portrait of Fontane on one side and a scene from his novel "Effi Briest" on the other. The coin was only produced in a limited quantity and was not meant for circulation, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 G | 170000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Deutsche Mark (Theodor Fontane) 1969 coin.
