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10 Pfennigs - Deutsch-Eylau
1917 year| Zinc | 1.8 g | 20.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Deutsch-Eylau (West Prussia) (Prussian province of West Prussia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#338458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ 1917 ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Deutsch-Eylau 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany. The country was facing severe inflation, and the value of the German mark had decreased significantly. As a result, the government introduced a new currency, the "Notgeld," which included coins like the 10 Pfennigs - Deutsch-Eylau 1917, made of zinc and weighing 1.8 grams. This coin was used as a substitute for the traditional German mark and was intended to help stabilize the economy. Despite its humble appearance, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during World War I.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 10440 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Deutsch-Eylau 1917 coin.
