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10 Pfennigs - Weissenstadt ND
1917 year| Zinc | 2.2 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Weißenstadt (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 | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#347224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs coin from Weißenstadt (Federal state of Bavaria) made of Zinc weighing 2.2 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany during the First World War. In 1917, the country was facing a severe shortage of coins due to the war effort, leading to the introduction of emergency coins made of zinc, like this 10 Pfennigs coin. This coin was minted specifically for circulation in the city of Weißenstadt and was one of the many emergency coins minted during this time. Despite its humble origins, this coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.