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2 Pfennigs - Meuselwitz (Prehlitzgrube) ND
| Zinc | 1.5 g | 17.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Meuselwitz (Saxe-Altenburg) (Federal state of Saxe-Altenburg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (0.02) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#282574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
2
★★★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Braunkohlenindustrie
Interesting fact
The 2 Pfennigs - Meuselwitz (Prehlitzgrube) 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 was rapidly decreasing, 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 local currencies like the 2 Pfennigs - Meuselwitz (Prehlitzgrube) ND coin, which was issued by the City of Meuselwitz in Saxe-Altenburg. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.
