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10 Pfennigs - Bad Blankenburg ND
| Iron | 2.44 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bad Blankenburg (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt) (Federal state of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.44 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36383 |
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| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding forward facing bust
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRIEDRICH FRÖBEL
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt]Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Bad Blankenburg (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt) is interesting because it was made of iron, which is a unusual material for coins. Most coins are made of metals like copper, silver, or gold, but during times of war or economic hardship, other metals like iron were used to produce coins. This coin is a unique example of how the composition of coins can change over time due to various factors.