1 Pfennig - Saarburg, Bezirk Trier ND front 1 Pfennig - Saarburg, Bezirk Trier ND back
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1 Pfennig - Saarburg, Bezirk Trier ND

 
Zinc 1.1 g 16.2 mm
Description
Issuer
District of Saarburg (Rhine Province) (Prussian province of Rhine)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
1 Pfennig (0.01)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
16.2 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#352187
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from Saarburg, Bezirk Trier ND, made of zinc and weighing 1.1g, is interesting because it was produced during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was minted in the late 19th century, during the period of the German Empire (1871-1918), when Germany was rapidly industrializing and expanding its economy. The use of zinc as a material for coinage was also a new development during this time, as previously coins were made of more valuable metals like silver and gold. This coin is a small but tangible representation of the economic and technological advancements taking place in Germany during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND  100 - - - - - -

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