10 Pfennigs - Garmisch 1917 front 10 Pfennigs - Garmisch 1917 back
10 Pfennigs - Garmisch 1917 photo
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10 Pfennigs - Garmisch

1917 year
Zinc 1.67 g 20.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Market Town of Garmisch (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
1.67 g
Diameter
20.1 mm
Thickness
0.92 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#65142
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Legend surrounding denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GILTIG BIS 6 MONAT
10
NACH
★ FRIEDENSSCHLUSS ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Marktgemeinde, Bayern]

Pieces with a countermark AW or just W are private issues from the company Alois Wacker, Garmisch.

Interesting fact

The 10 Pfennigs - Garmisch 1917 coin from Market Town of Garmisch (Federal state of Bavaria) made of Zinc weighing 1.67 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of war, specifically World War I, and its design reflects the economic and political climate of Germany during that period. The coin features a simple and utilitarian design, with the number 10 on one side and the German eagle on the other, symbolizing the country's national pride and unity. Additionally, the fact that it was made of zinc, a relatively inexpensive metal, suggests that the coin was intended for everyday use and circulation, rather than being a collector's item. Overall, this coin provides a unique glimpse into the history and culture of Germany during a significant period in the country's past.