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10 Pfennigs - Donaueschingen
1917 year| Zinc | 2.20 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.20 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.21 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#64900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend and date surround beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
10
1917
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Standesherrschaft, Baden]Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Donaueschingen 1917 coin was part of a series of coins issued during World War I by the German government as a substitute for the regular currency, which was in short supply due to the war effort. These coins were made of zinc, a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and were designed to be used for small transactions. Despite their low value, these coins have become collectibles and are now highly sought after by numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 10285 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Donaueschingen 1917 coin.
