Obverse: The obverse of the coin features an eagle, beneath which is the denomination, and above it, the inscription BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND. Also, below the left claw of the eagle is the Hamburg mint mark J.
Reverse: The reverse of the coin displays a partial view of the Olympic rings in perspective, with a fan-shaped background. Around the rings is the inscription OLYMPISCHE SPIELE 1972 IN MÜNCHEN.
Edge: Smooth with the engraved inscription CITIUS ALTIUS FORTIUS, divided by arabesques.
About the coin: This silver 10-mark coin is dedicated to the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. It is one of the coins in the "1972 Munich Olympic Games" series.