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10 Pfennigs - Hammelburg
1917 year| Zinc | 1.8 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hammelburg (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 | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#41739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GÜLTIG BIS 6 MONAT NACH FRIEDENSSCHLUSS
10
★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Hammelburg 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 - Hammelburg 1917, which were backed by local authorities and merchants. This coin, in particular, was issued by the City of Hammelburg in Bavaria and was used as a form of emergency currency during this time. Despite its small denomination, the 10 Pfennigs - Hammelburg 1917 coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during World War I and the subsequent inflationary period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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