10 Pfennigs - Germersheim 1917 front 10 Pfennigs - Germersheim 1917 back
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10 Pfennigs - Germersheim

1917 year
Zinc 1.9 g 20.8 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Germersheim (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
1.9 g
Diameter
20.8 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#82242
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend circling rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Stadt, Bayern]

Interesting fact

The 10 Pfennigs - Germersheim 1917 coin was minted 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 emergency currencies like the 10 Pfennigs - Germersheim 1917 coin, which was issued by the City of Germersheim in Bavaria. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during World War I and its aftermath.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  10000 - - - - - -

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