2 Deutsche Mark - Theodor Heuss

Country of Origin: Federal Republic of Germany

Year of Issue: 1982

Denomination: 2 Deutsche Mark

Composition: Copper-Nickel clad Nickel (Magnimat)

2 Deutsche Mark - Theodor Heuss

Brief Description

A circulating commemorative-style 2 Mark coin featuring the portrait of Theodor Heuss and the German federal eagle.

Historical Significance

Theodor Heuss was the first President of the Federal Republic of Germany (1949–1959). This series replaced the previous Max Planck design to honor significant German statesmen.

Estimated Value

$1-$3 in circulated condition; $5-$10 in uncirculated condition. Exchange value is approximately 1.02 EUR (approx. $1.10 USD).

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place within the current cardboard flip. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it destroys the numismatic value.

Mint Mark

D (Munich)

Mintage & Rarity

Total mintage for 1982-D was approximately 11,811,000. It is a common date coin.

Weight & Diameter

7.0 grams, 26.75 mm

Edge

Lettered: 'EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT' (Unity and Justice and Freedom)

Apparent Grade

Very Fine (VF) - Visible circulation wear on the hair details and eagle's breast feathers, but all legends are clear.

Obverse (Front)

Left-facing portrait of Theodor Heuss. Legend: 'BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND' and the dates '1949 - 1969'.

Reverse (Back)

Federal Eagle (Bundesadler). Legend: 'BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND', '2 DEUTSCHE MARK', the year '1982', and mint mark 'D'.

What Drives This Coin's Value

Condition/Grade is the primary factor, as mintages for this year are quite high. Scarcity exists only in Top Pop graded specimens.

Similar Coins

Other 2 DM coins featuring Konrad Adenauer, Ludwig Erhard, Kurt Schumacher, or Willy Brandt.

Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags

Check for magnetic properties (the nickel core should be attracted to a magnet) and verify the edge lettering. Counterfeits are rare for this specific common date.

Notable Varieties & Errors

None widely recognized for this specific 1982-D issue; collectors look for rotation errors or planchet flaws.

Created At: 2026-06-03T21:16:48.391970