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10 Pfennigs - Lohr am Main
1918 year| Iron | 2.3 g | 20.03 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lohr am Main (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 20.03 mm |
| Thickness | 1.04 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#46277 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend and date circling denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
10
★ 1918 ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Lohr am Main 1918 coin is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark dropped significantly due to excessive printing of money, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many cities, including Lohr am Main, issued their own emergency currency, like this 10 Pfennigs coin, to address the shortage of small change. This coin's iron composition was likely chosen due to its low cost and availability during a time of war and economic hardship.
