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10 Pfennigs - Schwandorf (Bayerische Braunkohlen-Industrie A.G.) ND
| Zinc | 2.1 g | 20.8 mm |
| Location | City of Schwandorf (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | Bavarian Lignite Industry (Bayerische Braunkohlen-Industrie) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#143861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Privat, Bayern]Menzel: BBB
Interesting fact
The Bayerische Braunkohlen-Industrie A.G. (Bavarian Brown Coal Industry Inc.) was a company that played a significant role in the industrialization of Bavaria, Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The company was founded in 1871 and was primarily involved in the mining and processing of brown coal, which was used as a source of energy for heating and electricity generation. The company's operations were centered in the town of Schwandorf, which is located in the state of Bavaria, and the coin was issued to commemorate the company's contributions to the local economy and industry.
