1 Pfennig - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND front 1 Pfennig - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND back
1 Pfennig - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND photo
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1 Pfennig - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND

 
Iron 1.7 g 16.2 mm
Description
Issuer
German notgeld (Germany)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
1 Pfennig (0.01)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
16.2 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#344197
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB
Fa.: Elektrotechnische Bedarfsartikel

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND coin is that it was made of iron, which was a common material used for producing coins during the time of notgeld (emergency money) in Germany. This coin, in particular, was issued during the early 20th century, a period of economic turmoil in Germany, and the use of iron instead of more traditional metals like copper or silver was likely a cost-saving measure. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin still features a detailed design, including the image of a woman holding a shield and a hammer, symbolizing the strength and resilience of the German people during a time of economic hardship.