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2 Pfennigs - Düsseldorf (M.-Fabr. Rheinland A.G.) ND
| Zinc | 1.8 g | 18.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Düsseldorf (Prussian province of Rhine) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (0.02) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 18.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#319631 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M.- FABR. "RHEINLAND" A.-G. D'DORF ★
2
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBM.-FABR. = MASCHINENFABFRIK
Interesting fact
The 2 Pfennigs - Düsseldorf (M.-Fabr. Rheinland A.G.) ND coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. At that time, the value of the German mark plummeted, and the government was forced to print more and more money to keep up with the increasing prices. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as foreign currencies or commodity-backed currencies, like the 2 Pfennigs - Düsseldorf (M.-Fabr. Rheinland A.G.) ND coin, which was made of zinc and had a relatively stable value compared to the German mark. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time period.
