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1 Pfennig - Hildesheim (Senkingwerk A.G.) ND
| Iron | 1.6 g | 16.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hildesheim (notgeld) (Prussian province of Hanover) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (0.01) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 16.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#372188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding, pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1
★★★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from Hildesheim is that it was made of iron, which was a common material used for coinage during the time period. However, it's worth noting that the use of iron for coins was not without controversy, as some people believed that it was not a suitable material for currency due to its durability and resistance to wear and tear. Despite this, the 1 Pfennig coin from Hildesheim remained in circulation for many years and remains a popular collector's item today.