Historical Insight:
The year 1939 marks the beginning of World War II, following Germany’s invasion of Poland on September 1st. Coins of this year, including this silver 2 Reichsmark, circulated during the earliest months of conflict — a time when the Nazi regime projected power, unity, and expansion. The continued use of Hindenburg’s portrait, even under Hitler’s rule, symbolized a bridge between the fallen Weimar era and the militarized Third Reich.

Composition:

• Metal: 62.5% Silver

• Weight: ~8 grams

• Diameter: 25 mm

• Mint: Berlin (A)

Collecting Note:
The 1939 (A) issue is one of the most recognized among late-Reich silver coins. Its design reflects the propaganda-driven iconography of the era — austere, bold, and nationalistic. Collectors value it not only for its silver content but also as a stark reminder of the political and historical forces that reshaped Europe at the dawn of World War II.