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10 Pfennigs - Markstädt
1918 year| Iron | 2.3 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Markstädt (Posen) (Prussian province of Posen) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, with coat of arms centered
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Markstädt 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's iron composition was a result of the metal's low cost and abundance, which made it an affordable option for producing coins during a time of economic strain. Despite its low value, the coin remains a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
