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10 Pfennigs - Kösching
1917 year| Zinc | 1.6 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Market Town of Kösching (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 | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#343481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✶ GILTIG ✶
BIS
10
1 JAHR NACH FRIEDENSSCHLUSS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Kösching, Bavaria, issued in 1917, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coins during World War I due to its low cost and durability. This coin is a rare example of a zinc coin that has survived in good condition, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
