Overview

Issued by the German Democratic Republic (GDR / DDR) in 1968, this 5 Pfennig coin is struck in lightweight aluminium. It displays the iconic socialist state emblem of a hammer and compass within a wreath of rye.

Key Features & Details:

• Country: East Germany (German Democratic Republic / DDR)
• Denomination: 5 Pfennig
• Year: 1968
• Material: Aluminium
• Condition: Circulated / Pre-owned – A genuinely circulated coin that has seen use. The raised emblem, the numeral “5”, the legend “DEUTSCHE DEMOKRATISCHE REPUBLIK” and the date all remain clear and legible, with natural surface wear, handling marks and toning consistent with age and circulation.
• Obverse (Front): Large central numeral “5” flanked by a stylised ear of rye and a cogwheel, with the denomination “PFENNIG” below and the issue year “1968” at the base.
• Reverse (Back): Official Coat of Arms of the GDR — hammer and compass within a wreath of rye — encircled by the state title “DEUTSCHE DEMOKRATISCHE REPUBLIK”.

Collector Value:

An essential piece for collectors interested in Cold War history, East German coinage and socialist state numismatics.

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Please Note:

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The photographs show the actual coin offered, but please note that the year, mint mark, individual surface marks, toning and strike may vary from the images shown. The coin supplied will be of the same type and in comparable condition to the one pictured.

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