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10 Pfennigs - Bottrop
1917 year| Zinc | 2.69 g | 21.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bottrop (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.69 g |
| Diameter | 21.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend and date surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1917
10
● PFENNIG ●
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Gemeinde bzw. Stadt, Westfalen]Planchet variations 1.0-1.3mm
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Bottrop 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany, specifically during the Prussian province of Westphalia. Despite the challenges of that era, the coin's zinc composition was a notable feature, as it was a more affordable and accessible material than other metals commonly used in coinage, such as silver or gold. This coin's use of zinc paved the way for the widespread adoption of this material in future coinage, not just in Germany but also in other countries. Today, zinc-made coins are still widely used and remain an important part of numismatic collections.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 103700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Bottrop 1917 coin.