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1 Pfennig - Schauenstein H. Heye Glasfabrik
1918 year| Zinc | 2.1 g | 20.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schauenstein (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (0.01) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 20.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#294682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOTMÜNZE
1
✶ 1918 ✶
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from Schauenstein (H. Heye Glasfabrik) 1918 is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The country was experiencing hyperinflation, and the value of the German mark had decreased significantly. As a result, many businesses and individuals began to produce their own currency, known as "Notgeld," to use as a substitute for the devalued mark. The 1 Pfennig coin from Schauenstein is an example of this Notgeld currency, and it was likely used as a form of payment in the city of Schauenstein during this time.