10 Pfennigs - Gardelegen ND front 10 Pfennigs - Gardelegen ND back
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10 Pfennigs - Gardelegen ND

 
Iron 2.8 g 20.6 mm
Description
Issuer
District of Gardelegen (Prussian province of Saxony)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
20.6 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#100472
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend and city name surround beaded circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD KREIS GARDELEGEN
10

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Kreis, Provinz Sachsen]

Interesting fact

The 10 Pfennigs - Gardelegen ND coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. At that time, the value of the German mark plummeted, and the government was forced to print more and more money to keep up with the increasing prices. This led to the creation of many different types of coins, including the 10 Pfennigs - Gardelegen ND, which was made of iron and had a relatively low value compared to other coins. Despite its low value, the coin is still a fascinating piece of history and a reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.