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25 Pfennigs - Zwiesel
1919 year| Zinc | 4.4 g | 26.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zwiesel (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 25 Pfennigs (25 Pfennige) (0.25) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 26.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#357915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
25
✶ PFG ✶
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 25 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1919 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1924). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) dropped significantly, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many everyday items, including coins, became scarce and valuable. The 25 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1919 coin, made of zinc and weighing 4.4 grams, was one of the few coins that remained in circulation during this time, making it a rare and valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Pfennigs - Zwiesel 1919 coin.
