25 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Strafturm) 1921 front 25 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Strafturm) 1921 back
25 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Strafturm) 1921 photo
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25 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber Strafturm

1921 year
Iron 4.6 g 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Federal state of Bavaria)
Period
Weimar Republic (1918-1933)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1921
Value
25 Pfennigs (25 Pfennige) (0.25)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
4.6 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#63942
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Image of Strafturm

Script: Latin (Fraktur blackletter)

Lettering: Strafturm

Lettering (regular font): Strafturm

Translation: Penalties Tower

Edge

Plain

Comment

Strafturm Translate in English to Penalties Tower. The tower was constructed in 1410 Also called "guilt tower", the punishment tower acted as a prison for lighter offenses. The construction was completed at the beginning of the 15th century, which included the surrounding walls. The conical roof was built later. Either 1656 or 1730.
The tower serves as a nesting and resting place for birds and bats, in particular under the aforementioned conical roof. On the city wall in front of the tower, you can sit well and enjoy the view of the Tauber Valley. Which is why the complete name Rothenburg ob der Tauber translates to whether the pigeons.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 25 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Strafturm) 1921 coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a German eagle or other national symbol, this coin features an image of a medieval tower, known as the Strafturm, which is located in the city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This tower was built in the 14th century and served as a prison and a watchtower. The inclusion of this local landmark on the coin's design highlights the rich history and cultural heritage of the city and adds to its unique character.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1921  - - - - - -

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