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10 Pfennigs - Viechtach
1917 year| Iron | 2.2 g | 19.2 mm |
| Issuer | Market Town of Viechtach (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.2 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#84386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE
10
★ PFENNIG ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Marktgemeinde, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Viechtach 1917 coin from Market Town of Viechtach (Federal state of Bavaria) made of Iron weighing 2.2 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1917, during World War I, when the country was facing severe economic challenges, including inflation and a shortage of valuable metals. As a result, the German government was forced to use alternative materials, such as iron, to produce coins. This coin is a unique example of how a country's currency can be impacted by historical events, and it serves as a reminder of the economic and political struggles that Germany faced during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 51600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Viechtach 1917 coin.
