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2 Pfennigs - München (Rapp Motorenwerke) ND
| Zinc | 1.2 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Munich (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (0.02) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#299984 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
2
★ ● ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
The Rapp Motorenwerke company, which is featured on the coin, was a German manufacturer of aircraft engines and motorcycles. The company was founded in 1919 and was based in Munich, Bavaria. The company produced a number of notable aircraft engines during World War II, including the Rapp L11, which was used in several German aircraft, including the Messerschmitt Bf 109 fighter plane. It's interesting to note that the coin features a company that played a significant role in the production of aircraft engines during a time of war, highlighting the impact that industry had on the country's history and economy.
