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20 Pfennigs - Viechtach
1917 year| Zinc | - | 21.8 mm |
| Issuer | Market Town of Viechtach (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 |
| Diameter | 21.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#290609 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE
20
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 20 Pfennigs - Viechtach 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local Notgeld (emergency money) and foreign currencies. The 20 Pfennigs - Viechtach 1917 coin, made of zinc, was one such alternative currency that was issued by the Market Town of Viechtach in Bavaria. Despite its low denomination, 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 | 10170 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pfennigs - Viechtach 1917 coin.
