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Silver coins were in regular circulation in Germany - Nazi. The values below represent the intrinsic value of silver coins from Germany - Nazi.
Germany - Nazi silver coins that are in uncirculated condition, or that may be rare and collectible may also have numismatic value. You can use this table as a guide when buying and selling circulated silver coins from Germany - Nazi.
The melt values are calculated and displayed in USD based on the today's silver spot price of $29.97 per troy ounce.
| Denomination / Currency | Years Minted | Fineness | Gross Weight (g) | ASW (g) | ASW (oz t) | Melt Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Reichsmark | 1933- 1939 | .625 | 8 | 5.00 | .1608 | $4.82 |
| 5 Reichsmark | 1933- 1939 | .900 | 13.89 | 12.50 | .4019 | $12.04 |
The history of silver coins in Germany during the Nazi era is a fascinating and complex subject, reflecting broader historical, political, and economic contexts.
Before the Nazi era, Germany was under the Weimar Republic, which issued various silver coins, including the 3 Reichsmark and 5 Reichsmark denominations. These coins often featured motifs of German historical figures, landmarks, and symbols.
When the Nazis came to power in 1933, they initiated significant changes in various aspects of German life, including the currency system.
The Nazi regime continued to use the Reichsmark as the currency but redesigned the coins to include Nazi symbols, such as the swastika and the eagle.
The coins were part of the regime’s broader propaganda efforts, aiming to reflect the ideals and power of the Third Reich.
Initially, the silver content in the coins remained relatively high. For example, the 2 Reichsmark and 5 Reichsmark coins issued during the early Nazi years still contained significant amounts of silver.
As World War II progressed, the economic strain led to a reduction in the silver content of coins. Eventually, the production of silver coins was largely halted as the metal was needed for the war effort.
2 Reichsmark and 5 Reichsmark: These coins were among the most common silver coins during the Nazi era. They featured images such as Paul von Hindenburg, alongside Nazi symbols.
After the fall of the Nazi regime in 1945, Germany underwent significant changes. The Reichsmark was replaced by the Deutsche Mark in 1948 during the currency reform of West Germany. In East Germany, the East German Mark (Mark der DDR) was introduced.
Nazi Germany coins would be struck at seven various Mint facilities in Berlin, Wien (Vienna), München (Munich), Muldenhutten (near Dresden), Stuttgart, Karlsruhe, and Hamburg.
Each mint was designated with a letter. The mint mark location on a 5 and 2 Reichsmark coins is under the date on the left corner of the obverse side. The location of the mint marks on base metal coins is in the bottom center.
Not all mints produced every coin, making some more scarce than others. Some of these scarce coins include the silver 2 Reichsmark Luther coin which was only produced in 1933 at mints, A, D, E, F, G, and J. A second coin that is scarce, is the silver 2 Reichsmark Schiller, which was only produced in the year 1934 at one coin factory in Stuttgart.
Today, silver coins from the Nazi era are of interest to coin collectors and historians. However, they also carry the weight of the dark historical context in which they were produced. Collectors and historians often approach these items with a sense of responsibility and awareness of their historical significance.