Obverse: The obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of the Federal Republic of Germany – an eagle. Above it is the nominal value 10 EURO. Below the eagle are the year of issue 2011 and the country name BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND.
Reverse: The reverse of the coin shows a steering wheel set against a landscape surrounded by trees. This connects themes of future-oriented mobility and environmental awareness. At the bottom is the inscription 125 JAHRE AUTOMOBIL (English: 125 years of automobiles).
About the Coin: In 1886, Carl Benz filed a patent for a three-wheeled vehicle with an internal combustion engine – the birth of the modern automobile. This silver coin was issued to commemorate the 125th anniversary of automobiles.
