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10 Pfennigs - Zwiesel
1919 year| Zinc | 2.05 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zwiesel (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 10 Pfennigs (10 Pfennige) (0.10) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.05 g |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#228498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
10
★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1919 coin from the City of Zwiesel in Bavaria, Germany, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coins during that time period due to its low cost and durability. However, the use of zinc in coins was later discontinued in many countries, including Germany, due to its tendency to corrode easily, which made it difficult to maintain the coin's quality and longevity. Therefore, coins like the 10 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1919 are now considered a unique piece of history and a collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1919 coin.
