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10 Pfennigs - Rügenwalde ND
| Iron | 2.6 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Rügenwalde (Prussian province of Pomerania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#323620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOTGELD
★ 10 ★
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Rügenwalde ND coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued in the late 19th century, a period of rapid industrialization and urbanization in Germany, and it features an image of a crowned eagle, which symbolized the German Empire and its growing power and influence in Europe. Despite being made of iron and having a relatively low denomination, the coin was an important part of everyday commerce in Germany during this time and remains a valuable collector's item today.