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1 Pfennig - Cöln-Bayenthal (Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik) ND
| Zinc | 1.0 g | 16.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Cologne (notgeld) (Prussian province of Rhine) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (0.01) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 16.2 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#341113 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig - Cöln-Bayenthal (Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik) ND coin is that it was made of zinc, which was a common material used for coin production during that time period. Zinc was chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were meant to be used extensively in daily transactions. Additionally, the use of zinc in coin production also helped to reduce the cost of production, making it a more affordable option for the mint.
