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20 Pfennigs - Sprendlingen (Chr. Strunck and Sohn) ND
| Iron | 2.9 g | 22.9 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Sprendlingen in Rheinhessen (Federal state of Hesse) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 20 Pfennigs (20 Pfennige) (0.20) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#354000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
20
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Düngemittelfabrik (Fertilizer factory)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at the time, as most coins were made of copper, silver, or gold. The use of iron in the production of coins was often seen as a sign of poverty or scarcity, as it was a less valuable and less durable material than other metals. However, in the case of the 20 Pfennigs - Sprendlingen coin, the use of iron may have been a deliberate choice made by the mint to create a distinctive and memorable coin.
