10 Pfennigs - Friedenfels 1917 front 10 Pfennigs - Friedenfels 1917 back
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10 Pfennigs - Friedenfels

1917 year
Zinc 2.0 g 20.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Municipality of Friedenfels (Federal state of Bavaria)
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
2.0 g
Diameter
20.0 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#340150
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GULTIG BIS 6 MONAT
10
NACH
★ FRIEDENSSCHLUSS ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Pfennigs - Friedenfels 1917 coin was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local coins like the 10 Pfennigs - Friedenfels 1917, which were issued by municipalities and private companies. These coins were often made of cheaper materials, like zinc, and had a lower face value than official German coins. Despite their humble origins, these coins have become highly sought after by collectors today due to their historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  100 - - - - - -

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