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GermanyPeriod:1871-2001 1871-2001

20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" (Germany, GDR)

Obverse 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" - Silver Coin Value - Germany, GDRReverse 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" - Silver Coin Value - Germany, GDR

Photo by: Westfälische Auktionsgesellschaft

Specification

  • MetalSilver (0,625)
  • Weight20,9 g
  • Pure silver (0,42 oz) 13,0625 g
  • Diameter33 mm
  • EdgeInscription
  • Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
  • Mintage UNC88,589

Description

  • CountryGermany
  • PeriodGDR
  • Denomination20 Mark
  • Year1969
  • MintBerlin
  • PurposeCommemorative and collectible
Auction sales chart
Average price:45 USD
Average price (PROOF):7500 USD
Auction sales chart 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" - Silver Coin Value - Germany, GDR
Silver price of the coin
Current price:24,49 USD
Gold price chart 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" - Silver Coin Value - Germany, GDR
Auction Prices (256)Varieties (4)

Auction prices

Find out the current coin value of the German 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe". This silver coin from the times GDR struck at the Berlin Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 3659 sold at the Emporium Hamburg Münzhandelsgesellschaft mbH auction for EUR 12,500. Bidding took place April 16, 2018.

Сondition
Condition (slab)
Service
Where to buy?
SellerBAC
DateDecember 16, 2025
ConditionUNC

How much is the silver coin GDR 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe"?

According to the latest data as of December 6, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" is 45 USD for regular strike and 7500 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.

Where does our service get data on the current price of the 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe"?

The information on the current value of the German coin 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe" is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.

Where can I sell the 20 Mark 1969 "Goethe"?

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