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10 Pfennigs - Olpe
1920 year| Zinc | 2.36 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Olpe (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.36 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOTGELD 1920
10
★ PFENNIG ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Olpe 1920 coin from the City of Olpe (Prussian province of Westphalia) is interesting because it was made of zinc, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time. Most coins were made of metals like copper, silver, or gold, but the use of zinc in this coin reflects the economic and political conditions of Germany in the early 20th century. The country was experiencing hyperinflation and a severe economic crisis, which led to the use of cheaper materials in coin production. The zinc used in this coin was likely sourced from local mines in the region, making it a unique and fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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