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2 Pfennigs - Offenbach (Mainwerke G.m.b.H.) ND
| Zinc | 1.7 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Offenbach am Main (Federal state of Hesse) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (0.02) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#349511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAINWERKE G.m.b.H.
2
★ OFFENBACH A.M. ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennigs - Offenbach (Mainwerke G.m.b.H.) ND coin is that it was made of zinc, which is a relatively soft and corrosion-prone metal. This makes it unusual compared to other coins of the time, which were often made of more durable materials like copper or nickel. Despite this, the zinc composition was likely chosen for its low cost and ease of production, as well as its ability to be easily minted into the desired shape and design.
