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10 Pfennigs - Lette (Bernh. Cordes) ND
| Zinc | 2.3 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Lette bei Oelde (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Waschmaschinenfabrik (Washing machine factory)
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Lette (Bernh. Cordes) ND coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. At that time, the value of the German mark was rapidly decreasing, and the government was forced to issue new coins with lower denominations to keep up with the inflation. The 10 Pfennigs coin was one of the coins minted during this time, and it was made of zinc, which was a cheaper metal than the traditional copper or silver used in coinage. Despite its low value, the coin is still a interesting piece of history and a reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.
