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10 Pfennigs - Zeitz
| Iron | 4.2 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zeitz (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1919-1920 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Legend circling Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ERSATZGELD 1919
10
★ PFENNIG ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Provinz Sachsen].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Pfennigs - Zeitz 1919-1920 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, like the 10 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. Despite the economic challenges, the coin's iron composition was a unusual choice, as most coins of that time were made of copper, nickel, or silver. This coin's design and composition reflect the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Zeitz during a period of economic hardship.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1920 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Zeitz 1919-1920 coin.