© Cristiano Becker
© Cristiano Becker
1 Mark - Schwarzenbach an der Saale
1917 year| Iron | 6.7 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schwarzenbach an der Saale (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 1 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#429258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1.00
★★★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mark coin from Schwarzenbach an der Saale, issued in 1917, was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time. Most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the use of iron was a nod to the city's industrial heritage and its reputation for ironworking. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and a wreath of oak leaves, was also unique to the city and added to its distinctiveness.