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10 Pfennigs - Gerolzhofen
1917 year| Zinc | 2.0 g | 20.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Gerolzhofen (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 | 20.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend half circled above denomination, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
10
★ 1917 ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Bayern]Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Gerolzhofen 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 coins like the 10 Pfennigs - Gerolzhofen 1917, which were issued by cities and towns across the country. Despite the economic challenges of the time, the 10 Pfennigs - Gerolzhofen 1917 coin remains a popular collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Gerolzhofen 1917 coin.
