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1 Pfennig - Zwiesel
1920 year| Zinc | 1.2 g | 15.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zwiesel (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 | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 15.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SEID
EINIG!
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig - Zwiesel 1920 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). 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 emergency currencies like the 1 Pfennig - Zwiesel 1920 coin. This coin, made of zinc and weighing only 1.2 grams, was issued by the City of Zwiesel in Bavaria and was used as a substitute for the rapidly devaluing national currency. Despite its humble appearance, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during the early 20th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 41034 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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