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10 Deutsche Mark – Munich Olympics 1972 – Games of the XX Olympiad in Munich
 
This is one of six commemorative designs issued by West Germany for the Games of the XX Olympiad in Munich. Each design was minted by four different mints (D, F, G, J), resulting in 24 variants total.
Minted for the 1972 Munich Olympics, this 10 Deutsche Mark silver coin reflects West Germany’s vision of renewal during the Games of the XX Olympiad. The front features a bold, abstract Olympic design inspired by Otl Aicher’s modern visual language—its intersecting lines symbolizing movement, energy, and the optimistic spirit the nation hoped to share with the world. A striking piece of Olympic history, this coin captures the artistic identity of Munich 1972 and remains a meaningful collectible for lovers of sport and design.
 Specification:
Country: West Germany
Year: 1972
Denomination: 10 Deutsche Mark
Design Name: Two Athletes Kneeling
Series: Munich Olympics 1972
Composition: 62.5% Silver
Weight: 15.5 g
Diameter: 32.5 mm
Edge Inscription: CITIUS – ALTIUS – FORTIUS (Faster – Higher – Stronger)
Designer: Greta Lippl-Heinsen
Mints: D (Munich), F (Stuttgart), G (Karlsruhe), J (Hamburg)
Total Mintage (all variants): ~10,000,000 coins
 
Please note: Over time, the silver develops a natural patina—a soft veil of oxidation that enhances its character. Far from diminishing its value, the patina tells a story: it marks the passage of decades, adds depth to the engraved figures.