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1 Pfennig - Hamm
1919 year| Iron | 1.7 g | 16.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hamm (notgeld) (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (0.01) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 16.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#185447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Solid line rim with sun rays, ornamental legend area circling solid circle with coat of arms centered dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1919
H K
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Westfalen].
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig - Hamm 1919 coin was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) dropped significantly, leading to a shortage of small denomination coins. To address this issue, many cities and towns, including Hamm, issued their own emergency currency, known as "notgeld," which included this 1 Pfennig coin. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms and was made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver. Despite its humble composition, the 1 Pfennig - Hamm 1919 coin remains a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 10143 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pfennig - Hamm 1919 coin.
