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10 Pfennigs - Langenschwalbach ND
| Iron | 2.60 g | 20.60 mm |
| Issuer | City of Langenschwalbach (Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.60 g |
| Diameter | 20.60 mm |
| Thickness | 1.15 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pearl rim. Denomination in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain.
Comment
(Bad) Langenschwalbach is named Bad Schwalbach since 1927.Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Langenschwalbach ND coin was minted during a time when the Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau was experiencing significant economic growth and industrialization. The coin's iron composition was a result of the government's effort to reduce the cost of production and make coins more accessible to the general population. Despite its humble composition, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mintage variations selling for hundreds of dollars.
