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10 Pfennigs - Lauingen
1918 year| Iron | 2.5 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lauingen (notgeld) (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| 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#87263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Pearled rim with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Lauingen 1918 coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in coinage was a result of the metal's low cost and abundance, and it was a common practice during times of economic hardship or war, when precious metals were scarce. The fact that this coin was made of iron and still maintained its value as a form of currency is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Lauingen during a time of economic struggle.
