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20 Pfennigs - Lörrach
1917 year| Zinc | 2.00 g | 22.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lörrach (Federal state of Baden) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.00 g |
| Diameter | 22.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.95 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding flying Lark
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Baden].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Pfennigs - Lörrach 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the early 1920s. The coin's value was equivalent to 20 pfennigs, a small denomination, but due to the inflation, its purchasing power was significantly reduced. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 30740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pfennigs - Lörrach 1917 coin.