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5 Pfennigs
| Aluminium | 1.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | German Democratic Republic (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1949-1990) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1952-1953 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05 DDM) |
| Currency | Mark (1948-1990) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1970 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3419 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Mintmark below PFENNIG
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEUTSCHLAND
5 PFENNIG
E
Translation: Germany
Engraver: Franz Paul Krischker
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from the German Democratic Republic was designed by the artist Walter E. Lemm, who was also responsible for designing several other coins for the GDR. The coin features a stylized image of a wheat ear on the obverse side, which symbolizes fertility and prosperity. On the reverse side, the coin features the coat of arms of the GDR, which includes a hammer and a compass, representing the country's industrial and agricultural heritage. The coin was minted from aluminum, which was a common material for coins during this time period due to its durability and low cost. Overall, the 5 Pfennigs coin from the GDR is a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 A | 113397140 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 E | 24024000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 A | 40993578 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 E | 28665173 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs 1952-1953 coin.
