German Euro Coins - German Euro Design

German Euro Design

For images of the common side and a detailed description of the coins, see euro coins.

Depiction of German euro coinage | Obverse side
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German oak twig which was also featured on the former pfennig.
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The Brandenburg Gate as a symbol of division and unity.
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The edge lettering features the words "EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT" (Unity and Justice and Freedom), Germany's national motto and the beginning of Germany's national anthem.
Interpretation of the German eagle, symbol of German sovereignty.

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