© D. MANN 2011
© D. MANN 2011
10 Pfennigs - Pegnitz
1917 year| Zinc | 1.8 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Pegnitz (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#26155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GILTIG BIS 6 MONAT
10
NACH
★ FRIEDENSSCHLUSS ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Pegnitz, Bavaria, 1917, made of zinc, and weighing 1.8g is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's value was originally set at 10 Pfennigs, but due to the rapid inflation, its purchasing power decreased significantly, making it nearly worthless by the end of the decade. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.