What is the value of a 1950 Bundesrepublik Deutschland 10 Pfennig coin?

Answer 1

During 1948-50, coins were struck in huge quantities to help restart Germany's economy following WW2. These remained in circulation up till the euro was introduced in 2002. A 5pf piece might retail for 60 to 75 cents in average condition.

Answer 2

A major German collectibles site, lists the following approximate retail values as of 11/2010. The mint mark is located at the top of the coin above the "10" and between the two wheat ears.

"D" mint mark (München [Munich]):

Almost no wear - US$3.40

Uncirculated - US$6.80

"F" (Stuttgart):

Almost no wear - $3.40

Uncirculated - $6.10

"G" (Karlsruhe):

Almost no wear - $3.40

Uncirculated - $8.20

"J" (Hamburg):

Almost no wear - $3.40

Uncirculated - $6.10

DISCLAIMER: The values quoted are the best available, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.

1950 was the first year that West Germany issued coins at a national level following WW2. Billions of coins were minted to help get the economy back on track, so many that additional 10 pf. coins were not struck again until 1966! That date remained very common in circulation up to the introduction of the euro in 2002.

Answer 3

If the date is 1949 it should say "Bank Deutscher Länder" (German States' Bank) because the first BRD coins were dated 1950. In any case these coins could still be found in circulation up till Germany adopted the euro in 2002. sammler.com, a major German collectibles site, lists the following approximate retail values as of 04/2011:

"D" mint mark (München [Munich]):

Slightly worn - US$1.50

Almost no wear - US$26.10

Uncirculated - US$58.00

"F" (Stuttgart):

Slightly worn - $1.50

Almost no wear - $26.10

Uncirculated - $50.80

"G" (Karlsruhe):

Slightly worn - $1.50

Almost no wear - $36.30

Uncirculated - $65.30

"J" (Hamburg):

Slightly worn - $1.50

Almost no wear - $26.10

Uncirculated - $50.80

Answer 4

This was a common circulation coin until Germany adopted the euro in 2002.

In average condition it's only worth about 5¢ (US). An almost-uncirculated specimen might retail for about US$3 while an uncirculated one could go for as much as US$4.50

Answer 5

50$