Germany. 5 Mark 1984 - PCGS PR68

Germany. Berlin. 5 Mark. 1984. - Value: 5 Mark. - Year: 1984. - Inscriptions: Obverse: THOMAS KIRCHE · LEIPZIG. Reverse: DEUTSCHE DEMOKRATISCHE REPUBLIK · 1984 · 5 MARK. - Grading: PR68 DCAM (PCGS). 5 Mark commemorative coin minted by the German Democratic Republic at the Berlin mint (mint mark A), dedicated to the Church of St. Thomas (Thomaskirche) in Leipzig, famed for its close association with Johann Sebastian Bach, who served there as cantor from 1723 to 1750. The obverse depicts the facade of the church with detailed architectural treatment, accompanied by the inscription THOMAS KIRCHE and LEIPZIG. The reverse shows the national emblem of the German Democratic Republic, surrounded by the state's official denomination, the face value and the date of issue. Struck in Proof quality, the specimen presents intense mirrored fields and frosted reliefs that produce a pronounced Deep Cameo contrast, with surfaces virtually flawless and extraordinary visual appeal, features fully in line with the PR68 DCAM rating awarded by PCGS. This issue is part of the commemorative series dedicated to the historical and cultural heritage of the German Democratic Republic, highlighting one of the most emblematic temples of the German musical and religious tradition. Disclaimer: For orders shipped outside the European Union, I want to leave absolutely clear that I do ship from Spain, which means that if the package is sent to any country outside the European Union, and/or inside EU that has special tax agreement (example: Canary Islands), it might be stopped in your local customs and they might ask you to pay taxes. This is a customs legal procedure and it is completely out of our control. Thanks for your understanding.

Estimate:£126.3

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