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10 Pfennigs - Altena (Stahldrahtwerk Rahmer) ND
| Zinc | 1.7 g | 20.3 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#324761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Beaded rim surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Altena (Stahldrahtwerk Rahmer) ND coin from German notgeld (Germany) made of Zinc weighing 1.7 g is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its unique design and historical significance. It was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Notgeld" period, where local governments and private companies issued their own emergency currency to address the shortage of official currency. The coin's design features a stylized image of a steelworks, which was a significant industry in Altena at the time, and the reverse side features the denomination and the issuer's name. Its rarity and historical importance make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
