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10 Pfennigs - Eltmann (Vorschussverein) ND
| Iron | 2.3 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Eltmann (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Vorschussverein, Bayern]Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued by a private organization, the Vorschussverein (Advance Association) in Eltmann, Bavaria, which was a unique phenomenon in the history of German numismatics. The coin was minted in 1921 during a period of economic crisis and hyperinflation, when many private organizations and cities issued their own emergency currency to address the shortage of official currency. The 10 Pfennigs coin made of iron is a rare example of a privately issued coin that was used as a means of payment in a specific region.