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15 Pfennigs - Vilsbiburg
1917 year| Zinc | 3.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Vilsbiburg (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 15 Pfennigs (15 Pfennige) (0.15) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE GÜLTIG B. 6 MONATE N. FRIEDENSCHLUSS ★
15
Edge
Redded
Interesting fact
The 15 Pfennigs - Vilsbiburg 1917 coin from the City of Vilsbiburg in Bavaria, Germany, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coin production during World War I due to its low cost and durability. This coin is a rare example of a zinc coin that has survived in good condition, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.