Obverse

Reverse

Nontransactional / Commemorative Medal

Welt Mobil Daimler-Benz Centennial Medal / Token

Germany · 1986

A commemorative exonumia piece featuring portraits of Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz on one side and the Benz Patent-Motorwagen with the inscription 'WELT MOBIL' on the other.

Country: Germany
Year: 1986
Denomination: Nontransactional / Commemorative Medal
Metal: Brass or Bronze alloy
Grade: About Uncirculated to Mint State with minor handling marks

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Overview

A commemorative exonumia piece featuring portraits of Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz on one side and the Benz Patent-Motorwagen with the inscription 'WELT MOBIL' on the other.

Historical significance

Issued in 1986 to commemorate the centenary of the invention of the modern automobile (1886-1986) by Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz, who independently developed the first petrol-powered vehicles.

Obverse (front)

Features jugate (overlapping) left-facing relief portraits of Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz, with the inscription 'DAIMLER BENZ' along the lower border.

Reverse (back)

Features an engraving of the early Benz three-wheeled motor car at the top, surrounded by the legend 'JUBILAUMS-AUSSTELLUNG 1986' and '100 JAHRE FORTSCHRITT MIT DEM AUTO', with 'WELT MOBIL' centrally displayed.

Estimated value

$5-$20 depending on condition and collector demand

What drives this coin's value

Overall surface preservation, collector interest in automotive memorabilia, and presence of original packaging if applicable

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State with minor handling marks

Mintage & rarity

Common commemorative token produced for public distribution or exhibition visitors

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

As a modern base-metal commemorative, counterfeiting is rare; verify crisp lettering and sharp details characteristic of official minting or high-quality private striking.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard commemorative issue with no major recognized mint errors or rare die varieties

Similar coins

Various German automotive commemorative tokens and medals issued by Daimler-Benz or Mercedes-Benz for corporate milestones

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges using clean cotton gloves, store in a dry PVC-free coin holder or flip, and avoid chemical cleaning to preserve its original finish.

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