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Wendepunkte Deutscher Geschichte VOLKSAUFSTAND
| Location | Federal Republic of Germany |
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| Composition | Silver (.999) |
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| Obverse description | The obverse depicts a crowd of demonstrators carrying flags in front of the Brandenburg Gate, evoking the East German uprising of 17 June 1953. The legend 'VOLKSAUFSTAND' arcs along the upper rim, with the date '17. JUNI 1953' inscribed along the lower rim in the exergue area. |
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| Obverse lettering | VOLKSAUFSTAND 17. JUNI 1953 |
| Reverse description | The reverse features a prominent handshake in high relief superimposed over an outline map of divided Germany, symbolising reunification and solidarity. The upper legend reads 'EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT...' and the lower legend reads 'WENDEPUNKTE DEUTSCHER GESCHICHTE', both arcing along the rim. The fineness mark '999' is visible within the map motif. |
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