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10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim
1918 year| Iron | 2.84 g | 21.3 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 | 2.84 g |
| Diameter | 21.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50895 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding legend with Coat of Arms centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HILF GOTT HILDESHEIM ALLWEGE!
✿ ✶ ✿
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Hannover].
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 there was a shortage of traditional coinage metals. The coin's design, featuring the city's coat of arms and a crowned eagle, also reflects the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
