10 Pfennigs - Cöln-Bayenthal (Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik) ND front 10 Pfennigs - Cöln-Bayenthal (Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik) ND back
10 Pfennigs - Cöln-Bayenthal (Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik) ND photo
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10 Pfennigs - Cöln-Bayenthal (Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik) ND

 
Zinc 2.5 g 20.8 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Cologne (notgeld) (Prussian province of Rhine)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
20.8 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#341116
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Interesting fact

This coin was produced during World War II as part of Germany's emergency currency system, known as Notgeld. It features a unique design related to the city of Cologne, showcasing the region's industrial heritage through its manufacturer, Franz Herrmann Maschinenfabrik. The zinc composition and small denomination reflect the economic challenges faced by Germany during wartime.