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10 Pfennigs - Schmiedeberg ND
1918 year| Iron | 2.5 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schmiedeberg (Wittenberg) (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#157035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Provinz Sachsen].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Schmiedeberg ND (1918) coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in coinage was often seen as a sign of economic hardship or war-time scarcity, as it was a cheaper and more readily available material than other metals. This coin's unique composition makes it stand out among other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1918) | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Schmiedeberg ND (1918) coin.
