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10 Pfennigs - Eberswalde (Ardeltwerke G.M.B.H) ND
| Zinc | 1.9 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Eberswalde (Prussian province of Brandenburg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#319716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend circling rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Maschinenfabrik
The engineer Robert Ardelt (* 1847, † 1925) opened a technical industrial office in Eberswalde in 1902, which was expanded into a machine factory in the following years. The company was called "Robert Ardelt & Söhne Maschinenfabrik" from 1904 and was renamed "Ardelt-Werke GmbH" in 1912, although it remained family-owned. Further branches were opened in Berlin, Hamburg and Düsseldorf. The offer included cranes, hoists, foundry equipment, steel constructions, etc., and Ardelt was also involved in the construction of the Niederfinow ship lift on the Oder-Havel Canal. In the 1930s, small motor locomotives and steam-powered slewing rail cranes were added, but these were only manufactured in small numbers.
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Eberswalde features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a stylized image of a tree, which symbolizes the city's rich history in forestry and woodworking. The coin's design was created by the renowned German engraver, Erich Mendelsohn, who was known for his work on various coins and banknotes during the early 20th century.
