Obverse

An ear of wheat up front and a gear wheel in the back, symbolizing the alliance between the industrial worker and farmer, in accordance with the emblem of the Two-Year Plan.

Lettering:1948

Engraver:Franz Paul Krischker

Reverse

Value.
NOTE: Mint letter (below PFENNIG) A = Berlin

Lettering:DEUTSCHLAND 5 PFENNIG A

Engraver:Franz Paul Krischker

Edge

Smooth