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25 Pfennigs - Hattingen
1918 year| Iron | 3.8 g | 20.9 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hattingen (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 25 Pfennigs (25 Pfennige) (0.25) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#85521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding oak wreath with denomination and date centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
25
PFENNIG
1918
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Westfalen].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 25 Pfennigs - Hattingen 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, like the 25 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. Despite its low value, this coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.
