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10 Pfennigs - Karlstadt
1917 year| Iron | 2.5 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Karlstadt am Main (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 | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#195242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Karlstadt 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, such as the 10 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. Despite its low value, this coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.
