5 oz Copper Pfennig 2026 (Mintage: 2,500 | Proof)

5 oz Copper "1 Pfennig" 2026 – German coin history in solid copper

• Strictly limited: Worldwide mintage of only 2,500 pieces – a deliberately small production run.
• Growth opportunities: High appreciation potential due to the strict limitation and strong demand among collectors.
• Rare collector's coin: A true rarity for lovers of German coin classics.
• Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality Proof (PP) with mirrored surfaces.
• Design: The famous oak branch from the very first D-Mark circulation coin of 1949.
• Manufacturer: High-quality contract minting for the issuing state (manufacturer: various minting partners).
• Country of origin: Issued as official legal tender of the Republic of Liberia.

Anyone who loves the history of German money can hardly overlook this collector's coin. The 5 oz Copper "1 Pfennig" 2026 brings back what is probably the most familiar small-change design of the Federal Republic – and presents it in an imposing format of 155.52 grams of pure copper (999/1,000). With an impressive diameter of 65 millimeters, this copper coin sits pleasantly heavy in the hand and makes coin history tangible in the truest sense of the word.

The design: the oak branch of the first Deutsche Mark

The historical model is the small 1-Pfennig coin, designed by Adolf Jäger. It entered circulation on January 24, 1949 as the first circulation coin of the Deutsche Mark and was minted millions of times back then. For decades, the "Pfennig" accompanied people in Germany – in the piggy bank, in the wallet, as a lucky charm in the purse.

At its center is the oak branch with leaves and acorns. This symbol has adorned the small denominations since the founding of the Federal Republic and lives on today on the German cent coins. The oak traditionally stands for strength, steadfastness, and longevity – values deeply rooted in German culture. On this large-format new edition, the fine relief detail of the branch comes across impressively.

A design known by entire generations – now as a heavy copper rarity for your own collection.

Proof: the premier class of minting

This edition is issued exclusively in Proof quality, the highest grade of preservation there is. In PP minting, mirror-bright, deep black-looking surfaces meet finely frosted reliefs – an elegant contrast that highlights every detail of the oak branch. The coin is delivered encapsulated to protect this sensitive surface and comes with a certificate of authenticity documenting the low mintage. It is best to handle the piece only by the edges so that its flawless appearance is preserved.

Copper – the "red gold" for collectors

Copper coins offer an enormous variety of designs and have been a popular collecting field for years. Especially in the USA, countless copper rounds – i.e. copper medallions – are minted with the most varied designs, from historical classics to modern fantasy designs. For beginners, copper coins and copper bars are ideal for becoming familiar with the feel, weight, and warm appearance of precious metal mintings at a relaxed pace.

Most copper buyers are classic collectors who simply enjoy building their own collection. This is exactly where this edition comes in: unlike the former mass minting of the original Pfennig coin, the 5 oz variant is deliberately designed as a rarity with a very low mintage. Anyone building a thematic series of German designs or collecting large-format copper pieces should secure this piece early.

5 ounces in comparison: why the large format appeals

Compared to common 1 oz mintings, the 5 oz coin scores with significantly more surface area for the design and an impressive presence in the display case. The downside: such large formats are usually issued only in small quantities – as is the case here too, with only 2,500 pieces worldwide. It is precisely this scarcity that makes them so appealing to collectors.

Technical data at a glance

• Precious metal: Copper, fineness 999/1,000
• Fine weight: 155.52 g (5 oz)
• Diameter: 65.00 mm
• Edge design: reeded
• Grade of preservation: Proof (PP)
• Face value: 1 Dollar (Liberia)
• Year of issue: 2026
• Mintage: strictly limited to 2,500 pieces
• Delivery: incl. certificate of authenticity

Gold is considered the oldest currency of mankind and has always enjoyed special trust – copper, in turn, is the classic among collector's metals and invites discovery. This 5 oz Copper "1 Pfennig" 2026 combines both: a deeply familiar German design with the charm of a strict limitation. Secure your copy of this high-quality copper coin while the small mintage lasts.