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20 Pfennigs - Zwiesel
1920 year| Zinc | 3.4 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zwiesel (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1920 |
| Value | 20 Pfennigs (20 Pfennige) (0.20) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#159009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOTGELD
20
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 20 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1920 coin features a unique design on its reverse side, which shows a stylized image of a Zwiesel town gate, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was created by the German artist and engraver, Karl Goetz, who was known for his work on various coins and medals during the early 20th century.
