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20 Pfennigs - Zell im Wiesental ND

1917 year
Zinc 2.8 g 23.0 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Zell im Wiesental (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
2.8 g
Diameter
23.0 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#294519
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
20
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Pfennigs - Zell im Wiesental ND (1917) coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's value was originally set at 20 pfennigs, but due to the rapid inflation, its purchasing power decreased significantly, making it nearly worthless by the end of the decade. 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
ND (1917)  10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pfennigs - Zell im Wiesental ND (1917) coin.