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5 Mark Jewish Ghetto Coinage Al
1943 year| Aluminium | 1.57 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | General Government (1939-1944) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 5 Mark |
| Currency | Reichsmark (1939-1944) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.57 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#10810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Text surrounding the coin value in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DER AELTESTE DER JUDEN IN LITZMANNSTADT
5 MARK
QUITTUNG ÜBER
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued only for the ghetto in Lodz, it was a legal tender trade token and has its own KM# in the World Coins catalog.Interesting fact
The A Token 5 Mark (Jewish Ghetto Coinage Al) 1943 from Poland made of Aluminium weighing 1.57 g is a rare and historically significant coin that was used in the Jewish Ghettos during World War II. It is interesting to note that the coin was made of aluminum, which was a valuable resource during the war, and its design was created by the Jewish artist, David Friedman. The coin features a Star of David on one side and the number 5 on the other, representing the 5 Mark denomination. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item, and it serves as a poignant reminder of the economic and cultural struggles faced by the Jewish community during the war.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mark (Jewish Ghetto Coinage Al) 1943 coin.
