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10 Pfennigs - Wunsiedel ND
1917 year| Zinc | 1.8 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Wunsiedel (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 | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, lengend circling denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Wunsiedel ND (1917) coin from the City of Wunsiedel in Bavaria, Germany, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coinage during World War I due to its low cost and durability. This coin was issued during a time when many countries were experiencing metal shortages, and zinc was seen as a suitable alternative to traditional metals like copper and silver. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used in circulation. Today, it remains a unique and interesting collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1917) | 70000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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