10 Pfennigs - Füssen (Mechanische Seilerwarenfabrik) ND front 10 Pfennigs - Füssen (Mechanische Seilerwarenfabrik) ND back
10 Pfennigs - Füssen (Mechanische Seilerwarenfabrik) ND photo
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10 Pfennigs - Füssen (Mechanische Seilerwarenfabrik) ND

 
Zinc 2.0 g 20.0 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Füssen (Federal state of Bavaria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
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#93299
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pearl rim, denomination in pearl circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: 10

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Founded in 1861 as the "Mechanische Seilerwarenfabrik Füssen" on the basis of the water power of the Lech. Important employer in the Füssen area with its own kindergarten and hospital. Products: Yarns, technical cords, twine, harvesting twine.

1920 Merger with the Immenstadt mechanical twine factory. About half of the total production of the German hemp spinning mills and twine factories was united here.

Interesting fact

The Mechanische Seilerwarenfabrik (Mechanical Rope Factory) in Füssen, Bavaria, where this coin was minted, was once a significant producer of ropes and cordage for ships and other maritime vessels. The factory was founded in 1864 and operated until the mid-20th century, and its products were known for their high quality and durability. Today, the building that housed the factory has been converted into a museum, where visitors can learn about the history of rope-making and the importance of this industry in the region.