Germany, Third Reich. 2 Mark 1938 A (No reserve price)

1938 A mint (Berlin Mint) German Third Reich Hindenburg portrait 2 Mark silver coin

Highlights:
1. Graded NGC MS63 – a really high score with beautiful patina, making this a rare and exceptional specimen in the market!
2. Coins from the Hitler era hold exceptional historical and collectible value, making them highly prized by historical collectors!


Coin Story:
Issued during the Third Reich period (1933-1945), when Germany was under Nazi rule. The obverse features an eagle clutching an oak leaf wreath with a swastika in the center, symbolizing the power of Nazi Germany. The reverse shows a large portrait of Paul von Hindenburg (1847-1934), the last president of the Weimar Republic, who appointed Hitler as Chancellor in 1933, paving the way for the Nazi regime. After Hindenburg's death in 1934, the Nazi government continued using his image on coins to maintain legitimacy and continuity.

This coin witnesses the transition from the Weimar Republic to the Third Reich and incorporates Nazi propaganda elements. The year 1938 marks a historical turning point, with events like the Anschluss (annexation of Austria) and escalating tensions in Europe, reflecting the imperialistic atmosphere. The edge inscription "Gemeinnutz geht vor Eigennutz" (Common good takes priority over self-interest) embodies Nazi collectivist ideology. Beyond currency, this coin served as a political propaganda tool, symbolizing Nazi Germany's militarization and expansionist ambitions.

The coin's uncirculated state suggests that it may not have been used for everyday transactions during its time. Owning a coin from this period can be a way to connect with history and gain insights into the political and social climate of Germany during the Third Reich. It serves as a reminder of the events that took place during this tumultuous era.