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10 Pfennigs - Abensberg
1917 yearZinc | 2.3 g | 22.0 mm |
Issuer | City of Abensberg (Federal state of Bavaria) |
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Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1917 |
Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
Composition | Zinc |
Weight | 2.3 g |
Diameter | 22.0 mm |
Thickness | 1.0 mm |
Shape | Round with a round hole (Hole 2mm) |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#298691 |
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Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE
10
✚ PFENNIG ✚
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Abensberg 1917 coin was minted 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 emergency currencies like the 10 Pfennigs - Abensberg 1917 coin. This coin, made of zinc and weighing 2.3 grams, was issued by the City of Abensberg 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 World War I and the subsequent inflationary period.