20 Pfennigs - Bayreuth Mech. B'Woll Sp. and Web. ND
1917 year| Zinc | 3 g | 22.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bayreuth (notgeld) (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 20 Pfennigs (20 Pfennige) (0.20) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 22.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.85 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering:
MECH. B'WOLL SP.&WEB.
20
BAYREUTH
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Privat, Bayern]Menzel: BBB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's value of 20 Pfennigs was significant at the time, but due to the inflation, it quickly lost its value and became practically worthless. This coin is now a rare collector's item and serves as a reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time period.