5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock" (Germany, GDR)
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Specification
- MetalCopper-Nickel
- Weight12,2 g
- Diameter29 mm
- EdgeInscription
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC75,500
- Mintage PROOF4,500
Description
- CountryGermany
- PeriodGDR
- Denomination5 Mark
- Year1978
- MintBerlin
- PurposeCommemorative and collectible

Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the German 5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock". This copper-nickel 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 1368 sold at the WAG online Auktionen oHG auction for EUR 2,700. Bidding took place December 8, 2013.
How much is the copper-nickel coin GDR 5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a coin 5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock" is 15 USD for regular strike and 35 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology. The coin is made of non-precious metal, so in poor condition it may have extremely low value and liquidity.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock"?
The information on the current value of the German coin 5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock" 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 5 Mark 1978 "Friedrich Klopstock"?
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