2 Deutsche Mark (Max Planck)

West Germany (Federal Republic of Germany) · 1966

A silver circulating commemorative coin featuring the profile of physicist Max Planck on the obverse and the German federal eagle on the reverse.

Country: West Germany (Federal Republic of Germany)
Year: 1966
Denomination: 2 Deutsche Mark
Metal: 625 silver, 375 copper (0.625 silver fineness)
Grade: About Uncirculated to Mint State with light toning

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Overview

A silver circulating commemorative coin featuring the profile of physicist Max Planck on the obverse and the German federal eagle on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued by West Germany during the Cold War era, honoring the renowned theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate Max Planck, who is best known as the originator of quantum theory.

Obverse (front)

Left-facing profile of Max Planck wearing spectacles, surrounded by the legend 'MAX PLANCK' and the dates '1858 - 1947'.

Reverse (back)

The German federal eagle (Bundesadler) displayed centrally with the denomination '2' below, surrounded by the legend 'BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND' and the year '1966'.

Estimated value

$3 to $10 depending on silver bullion value and overall grade

What drives this coin's value

Silver melt value, overall grade/condition, and presence of specific mint marks

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State with light toning

Mintage & rarity

Common, millions minted across various German mints for circulation

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight, diameter, and magnetic properties. Genuine silver coins of this type should not be magnetic and should match exact specifications.

Notable varieties & errors

Distinguished primarily by the mint mark letter stamped on the coin (D, F, G, or J).

Similar coins

Other West German 2 Deutsche Mark commemorative coins featuring different prominent figures (e.g., Konrad Adenauer, Theodor Heuss, Kurt Schumacher)

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges using clean cotton gloves. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this ruins its numismatic value. Store in a cool, dry place in an inert plastic flip or archival holder.