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10 Pfennigs - Alzey
1917 year| Zinc | 2.0 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Alzey (Federal state of Hesse) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24984 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend half circled above denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE
10
✶ ✶ ✶
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Hessen]
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Alzey 1917 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 10 Pfennigs - Alzey 1917 coin, which was issued by the City of Alzey in the federal state of Hesse. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during World War I and its aftermath.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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