200th birthday of the Brothers Grimm, 20 Mark coin 1986, GDR

This 20 Mark commemorative coin was issued in 1986 for the 200th birthday of the Brothers Grimm. It was minted in 625 silver and weighs 20.9g.
The brothers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were known as collectors of fairy tales. Between 1812 and 1858 a collection of children's and household tales appeared, which became famous as "Grimm's Fairy Tales". Hansel and Gretel, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood or the Brave Little Tailor are among the most famous works.