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1 Mark - Oschersleben
1917 year| Zinc | 4.2 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Oschersleben (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 1 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#349183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1.°°
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mark coin from Oschersleben (Prussian province of Saxony) made of Zinc weighing 4.2g has an interesting fact that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1917, during World War I, when the country was facing severe economic challenges, including inflation and food shortages. Despite these challenges, the coin was still minted with a relatively high level of precision and detail, reflecting the craftsmanship and skill of the mint workers at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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