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10 Pfennigs - Menden
1917 year| Iron | 2.8 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Menden (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Iron |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#166924 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1917
10
• ✠ • PFENNIG • ✠ •
Edge
Wide spaced ribs
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Westfalen].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Menden 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic hardship in Germany, specifically during the First World War. The coin was made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to other metals, and it weighed only 2.8 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation at the time. Despite its small size and value, the coin still played an important role in the economy of the time, as it was widely used for everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Menden 1917 coin.
