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2 Pfennigs - Hamm
1919 year| Iron | 2.09 g | 18.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hamm (notgeld) (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (0.02) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.09 g |
| Diameter | 18.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#59480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Three line legend with Coat of Arms dividing second second line.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARBEITEN
UND NICHT
VERZAGEN
H K
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Westfalen]Interesting fact
The 2 Pfennigs - Hamm 1919 coin was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it was designed to be easily identifiable and difficult to counterfeit. Despite its low value, the coin is now a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 21369 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pfennigs - Hamm 1919 coin.
