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10 Pfennigs - Strasburg Uckermark ND
| Iron | 2.6 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Strasburg in der Uckermark (Prussian province of Brandenburg) |
|---|---|
| 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) with a hole (2.3 mm) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#354431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Strasburg Uckermark ND coin 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, which led to a significant increase in trade and commerce. The coin's iron composition was a result of the country's shift towards more affordable and practical materials for coinage, as the value of the coin was lower than that of coins made from precious metals like gold and silver. Despite its humble composition, the 10 Pfennigs - Strasburg Uckermark ND coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today, offering a glimpse into Germany's rich history and economic development during a time of great change.
