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10 Pfennigs - Thale am Harz
1918 year| Zinc | 2.2 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Thale am Harz (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#146517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WELTKRIEGSGELD
10
★ PFENNIG ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Gemeinde (seit 1921 Stadt), Provinz Sachsen].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Thale am Harz 1918 coin was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The country was facing severe inflation, and the value of the German mark had dropped significantly. In response, the government introduced a new currency, the "Notgeld," which was backed by the value of gold and other precious metals. The 10 Pfennigs - Thale am Harz 1918 coin was part of this Notgeld currency, and it was designed to be a more stable alternative to the rapidly depreciating paper money. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of zinc, which was a more affordable and accessible material than other metals at the time. Despite its humble composition, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a sought-after collector's item today.
