20 Pfennigs - Leipzig (Jäger, Rothe and Siemens-Werke) ND front 20 Pfennigs - Leipzig (Jäger, Rothe and Siemens-Werke) ND back
20 Pfennigs - Leipzig (Jäger, Rothe and Siemens-Werke) ND photo
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20 Pfennigs - Leipzig (Jäger, Rothe and Siemens-Werke) ND

 
Zinc 2.4 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Leipzig (Federal state of Saxony)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
20 Pfennigs (20 Pfennige) (0.20)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
22.0 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#278761
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding beaded circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JÄGER, ROTHE & SIEMENS-WERKE
20

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Fa: Apparatebau

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features a depiction of the Leipzig City Hall, which is a notable example of Gothic Revival architecture in Germany. The building was constructed in the mid-19th century and has been a symbol of the city's rich history and culture ever since.