© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
10 Reichspfennig Allied Occupation - Pattern
1947 year| Nickel | 4.07 g | 21.16 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Period | Allied occupation (1945-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | 10 Reichspfennig (0.10 RM) |
| Currency | Reichsmark (1924-1948) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.07 g |
| Diameter | 21.16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Face value and mint mark
Lettering:
Reichspfennig
10
D
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Reichspfennig (Allied Occupation - Pattern) 1947 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Nickel weighing 4.07g is that it was designed by the Allied powers during their occupation of Germany after World War II. The coin features the image of a phoenix rising from the ashes, symbolizing the rebirth of Germany after the devastation of the war. The coin was never officially released into circulation, but it was produced in small quantities as a pattern coin, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
