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10 Pfennigs - Lauingen
| Zinc | 1.8 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lauingen (notgeld) (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1917-1919 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#40541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Pearled rim with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Lauingen, Bavaria, 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 was issued during a time of economic hardship and hyperinflation in Germany, and the use of zinc was a way to reduce the cost of production and maintain the supply of coins in circulation. Despite its humble composition, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a piece of history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Lauingen 1917-1919 coin.
