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10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim
1918 year| Iron | 2.62 g | 20.6 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hildesheim (notgeld) (Prussian province of Hanover) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.62 g |
| Diameter | 20.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#223428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounds Coat of Arms centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HILF GOTT HILDESHEIM ALLWEGE!
✿ ✶ ✿
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim 1918 coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in the production of this coin reflects the economic and political circumstances of Germany during World War I, when the country was facing a severe shortage of traditional coinage metals. The decision to use iron was likely driven by the need for a durable and affordable material that could be easily produced and circulated. This coin is a unique example of how the economic and political context of a particular time and place can shape the design and production of currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 100230 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim 1918 coin.
