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1 Pfennig - Sommerhausen ND
1920 year| Iron | 1.2 g | 16.1 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Sommerhausen (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (0.01) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 16.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#353808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOTGELD
1
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig - Sommerhausen ND (1920) coin was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1924). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local coins like the 1 Pfennig - Sommerhausen ND (1920), which were issued by municipalities and private companies. These coins were often made of low-value materials like iron or aluminum and were used for small transactions. Despite their low value, these coins remain an interesting piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the German people during a time of economic hardship.