2 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1917 front 2 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1917 back
2 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1917 photo
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2 Pfennigs - Zwiesel

1917 year
Zinc - 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Zwiesel (Federal state of Bavaria)
Emperor
William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1917
Value
2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (0.02)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#357945
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
2
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1917 coin from the City of Zwiesel in Bavaria, made of zinc, features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of King Ludwig III of Bavaria, while the reverse side shows the coat of arms of Zwiesel, which includes a pair of crossed keys and a shield with the city's emblem. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted in 1917, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.