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5 Mark Anti-Apartheid
1978 year| Copper-nickel | 9.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 5 Mark (5 DDM) |
| Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1990 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#23805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
Fist holding a 5-pointed star with lettering at the bottom of the fist.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INTERNATIONALES
ANTI-APARTHEID
JAHR 1978
Translation: International Anti-Apartheid Year 1978
Edge
Inscripted
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 MARK * 5 MARK * 5 MARK * 5 MARK *
Comment
Proof coin in original case.
Formerly AKS# 816 and AKS# 516.
Interesting fact
The 5 Mark (Anti-Apartheid) coin from the German Democratic Republic (GDR) was minted in 1978 to show solidarity with the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. The coin features an image of a black woman and the words "Solidarität mit den Kämpfern gegen Apartheid" (Solidarity with the fighters against apartheid) on one side, and the GDR coat of arms on the other. It was not circulated and was only available for purchase as a collector's item. This coin is a unique example of how numismatics can be used to promote political messages and support social causes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 A | 349270 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mark (Anti-Apartheid) 1978 coin.
