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10 Pfennigs - Günzburg
1917 year| Iron | 2.95 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Günzburg (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 | Iron |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Beaded rim surrounding Coat of Arms centered
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Günzburg, Bavaria, issued in 1917, is interesting because it was made of iron, a material that was commonly used for coins during World War I due to the shortage of other metals. This coin is a rare example of a coin made of iron, and its unique composition makes it stand out among other coins of its time.
