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10 Pfennigs - Bergzabern
1917 year| Zinc | 1.80 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bergzabern (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.80 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.03 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Legend and date surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGS - NOTMÜNZE
10
✭ 1917 ✭
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Pfalz]Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Bergzabern 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 - Bergzabern 1917 coin. This coin, made of zinc and weighing 1.80 grams, was issued by the City of Bergzabern in the federal state of 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.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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