10 Pfennigs - Mainz
1917 year| Zinc | 2.3 g | 20.9 mm |
| Issuer | City of Mainz (Federal state of Hesse) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 20.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Hessen].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Mainz 1917 coin was minted 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 the country's involvement in World War I and the subsequent economic crisis. As a result, the 10 Pfennigs coin was one of the lowest denomination coins in circulation at the time, and its value was equivalent to about 1/10th of a US dollar. Despite its low value, the coin is still a collectible item today, and its age and historical significance make it an interesting piece for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Mainz 1917 coin.
