10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim (Senkingwerk A.G.) ND front 10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim (Senkingwerk A.G.) ND back
10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim (Senkingwerk A.G.) ND photo
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10 Pfennigs - Hildesheim (Senkingwerk A.G.) ND

 
Zinc 2.2 g 20.8 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Hildesheim (notgeld) (Prussian province of Hanover)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
20.8 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#223425
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of zinc, which is a relatively soft and corrosion-prone metal. This makes it unusual compared to many other coins, which were typically made of more durable metals like copper, silver, or gold. Despite this, the zinc used in the 10 Pfennigs coin was still able to withstand circulation and remain in decent condition, a testament to the durability of the metal and the craftsmanship of the mint.