Considering how much of his life he spent in poverty and certainly on the run from creditors (would The Dutchman be the same opera if not?) together with his political beliefs, one must wonder what Wagner would have thought if he had known that he would one day feature on a 10 Euro coin?Well, whatever his thoughts, in 2013 a ten euro coin will be issued in Germany featuring his prominent profile.
At least it is silver - and not gold: Details below:
Country:Germany
Mintage year:2013
Issue date:22.05.2013
Face value:10 euro
Diameter:32.50 mm
Weight:18.00 g
Alloy:Silver
Quality:Proof.
Design:Erich Ott , München