© Rafael Fiore (CC BY-SA)
© Rafael Fiore (CC BY-SA)
1 Pfennig - Schlierbach (Wächtersbacher Steingutfabrik G.m.b.H.) ND
| Zinc | 1.2 g | 16.2 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Schlierbach (Hesse-Nassau) (Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (0.01) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 16.2 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278102 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
1
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of zinc, which is a relatively soft and corrosion-prone metal. This makes it unusual compared to other coins of the time, which were often made of more durable metals like copper or silver. Despite this, the zinc used in the production of this coin was likely chosen for its low cost and abundance, making it an interesting example of the use of alternative materials in coinage.