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10 Pfennigs - Lessen ND

1917 year
Zinc - 20.7 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Lessen (Prussian province of West Prussia)
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
Diameter
20.7 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#345177
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Lessen ND (1917) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was issued in 1917, during the midst of World War I, and its production was likely impacted by the war effort. The use of zinc as the material for the coin was likely a result of the wartime economy and the need for alternative materials due to the shortage of traditional metals. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the challenges and adaptations of a nation during a time of conflict.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1917)  2190 - - - - - -

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