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German Coins for Sale

Explore German coins for sale, with a selection of coins from Germany across a range of dates and designs. This collection includes coins from different periods, including pfennig and mark issues, plus older types such as Reichspfennig and Reichsmark. Browse the German coins currently available.  If you’re collecting European coins, you might also like our Austrian coins and French coins collections.

German coins: marks, pfennig, Reichsmark, and classic pre-euro denominations

German coins span several major periods, from earlier Reichspfennig and Reichsmark issues through to later mark and pfennig coins used before Germany adopted the euro. Across different eras you’ll see changing designs, including national symbols and different portraits, with a wide range of denominations and types. Some German coins were also issued in silver, including certain mark denominations, so metal content can vary by type and year. If you’re choosing between similar coins, date, condition and metal are usually the main factors that influence desirability and value.

FAQs

What types of German coins do you sell?

This collection includes a mix of German coins across different periods, with stock varying over time. You’ll find a range of denominations and designs, including mark and pfennig issues and some older types.

What currency did Germany use before the euro?

Germany used the Deutsche Mark before adopting the euro. Many German coins you’ll see today are from the mark and pfennig era, alongside older denominations.

What do “pfennig”, “Reichspfennig” and “Reichsmark” mean on German coins?

These are German denominations from different periods. Pfennig were smaller values used with the mark, while Reichspfennig and Reichsmark refer to older coinage from earlier eras. You’ll see the denomination and date on each coin, and the listing details confirm the type.

Are German coins still legal tender?

Older mark, pfennig, Reichspfennig and Reichsmark coins are no longer used in everyday spending. Today they’re mainly bought and sold as collectable coins.

Which German coins are silver?

Some German coins were issued in silver, including certain mark denominations such as 2 mark, 5 mark and 10 mark types in some periods. Metal content depends on the specific coin and year, so check each product description for details.

Are German coins worth anything, and what affects value?

Many are, but value varies widely. It usually depends on the coin’s type, date, condition, collector demand and, for some issues, metal content. Common coins in lower condition can be modestly priced, while scarcer types and better condition examples can be worth more.

Are your German coins authentic?

Yes. All coins we sell are checked before listing, and each product page includes photos of the coin you will receive.

Can I return a coin if I change my mind?

Yes, we offer a 14-day return policy from receipt, as long as the item is returned in the same condition as received. Please contact us before sending a return.

How quickly do you dispatch orders?

Orders placed before 12pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day. Orders placed after 12pm are usually dispatched the next working day.
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