Federal Republic of Germany 10 Euros, 2012
Frederick II; Silver Proof Issue
Information
Country
Federal Republic of Germany
Federal Republic of Germany
Currency
Euro
(2002 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
10 Euros
Year
2012
Ruler
Federal Republic
(1949–9999)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
16
Diameter (mm)
32.5
Thickness (mm)
2.38
Description
10 Euros from Federal Republic of Germany. Issued in 2012. Struck in Silver (.625). Measures 32.5 mm and weighs 16 g.
- Obverse
- The stylized German federal eagle, the traditional symbol of German sovereignty, is surrounded by the twelve stars of the European Union, the name of the state "BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND", the year of issue, the letter "A" of the Berlin workshop and the face value "10 EURO". Under the eagle the mention "SILBER 625" (silver 625‰), to avoid any confusions with the coin struck in cupronickel. (Federal Republic of Germany 2012 10 Euro A Silver 625)
- Reverse
- Portrait of Frederick II of Prussia. (330th birthday of Frederick II In my state everyone may pursue their own happiness Π1712-1786)
- Edge
- Smooth with inscription (Proving myself useful to my fellow citizens)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | unc | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 A | 230K | € 17,00 | Proof |
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