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10 Pfennigs - Mettmann
1917 year| Zinc | 2.5 g | 21.15 mm |
| Issuer | District of Mettmann (Prussian province of Rhine) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1917
10
✠ PFENNIG ✠
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Kreis, Rheinprovinz].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Mettmann, issued in 1917, is notable for its unique design. The obverse features a stylized image of a horse, while the reverse bears the inscription "10 Pfennigs" and the year of issue. This coin was minted during a time of economic hardship in Germany, and its zinc composition was a departure from the traditional use of copper or silver in coinage. The use of zinc was a cost-saving measure, but it also made the coins more prone to corrosion. Despite this, the Mettmann 10 Pfennigs coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
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 - Mettmann 1917 coin.
