This 5 Mark silver coin from Germany, minted in 1973 at the Karlsruhe Mint ("G"), was issued to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Frankfurt Parliament (1848–1973), a key moment in German democratic history. Struck in .625 fine silver, this coin is a significant piece celebrating Germany’s early attempts at unification and constitutional governance.
🔹 Obverse: Features a detailed depiction of St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt, the site where the Frankfurt Parliament convened in 1848, marking Germany’s first freely elected national assembly. The inscription "DEUTSCHER BUNDESTAG GEDÄCHTNIS FRANKFURTER PARLAMENT 1848–1973" (German Bundestag - Memorial of the Frankfurt Parliament) encircles the design.
🔹 Reverse: Displays the Bundesrepublik Deutschland (Federal Republic of Germany) eagle emblem, symbolizing national unity. The denomination "5 DEUTSCHE MARK" is clearly inscribed, along with the mintmark "G" indicating its production at the Karlsruhe Mint.
This 1973 5 Mark Frankfurt Parliament commemorative coin is a highly collectible piece for those interested in German constitutional history, silver coinage, and political numismatics. A must-have for collectors of historical anniversaries and German democratic milestones!
