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10 Pfennigs - Lauf
1917 year| Zinc | 1.55 g | 20.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lauf an der Pegnitz (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 | 1.55 g |
| Diameter | 20.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.89 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#46276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, denomination centered and surrounded by an oak leaf wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local emergency currencies like the 10 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin, which was issued by the City of Lauf an der Pegnitz. Despite its small denomination, the coin became a valuable commodity in the region, and its use helped to stabilize the local economy. Today, the 10 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin is a rare and sought-after collector's item, serving as a reminder of a tumultuous period in German history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin.
