20 Mark 1980 "Karl Abbe" (Germany, GDR)
Photo by: H.D. Rauch
Specification
- MetalSilver (0,500)
- Weight20,90 g
- Pure silver (0,336 oz) 10,45 g
- Diameter33 mm
- EdgeInscription
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC39,500
- Mintage PROOF5,503
Description
- CountryGermany
- PeriodGDR
- Denomination20 Mark
- Year1980
- MintBerlin
- PurposeCommemorative and collectible
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the German 20 Mark 1980 "Karl Abbe". 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 1310 sold at the WAG online Auktionen oHG auction for EUR 330. Bidding took place May 11, 2014.
How much is the silver coin GDR 20 Mark 1980 "Karl Abbe"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin 20 Mark 1980 "Karl Abbe" is 35 USD for regular strike and 70 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 20 Mark 1980 "Karl Abbe"?
The information on the current value of the German coin 20 Mark 1980 "Karl Abbe" 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 1980 "Karl Abbe"?
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