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20 Pfennigs - Schwandorf (Bayerische Braunkohlen-Industrie A.G.) ND
| Zinc | 2.6 g | 22.1 mm |
| Location | City of Schwandorf (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | Bavarian Lignite Industry (Bayerische Braunkohlen-Industrie) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 20 Pfennigs (20 Pfennige) (0.20) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#294929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
20
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
The 20 Pfennigs - Schwandorf (Bayerische Braunkohlen-Industrie A.G.) ND coin made of Zinc weighing 2.6g was minted during a time when Germany was going through a period of rapid industrialization, particularly in the region of Bavaria where the coin was issued. The coin's design, which features an image of a miner and a factory, reflects the region's strong industrial heritage and the importance of mining and manufacturing to its economy.
