5 Pfennigs - Adelsheim ND (1918) front 5 Pfennigs - Adelsheim ND (1918) back
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5 Pfennigs - Adelsheim ND

1918 year
Zinc 1.31 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Adelsheim (Federal state of Baden)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.31 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#131259
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend with three stars surrounding roped circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEIN-GELD-ERSATZ
5
★ ✶ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Pfennigs coin from Adelsheim (Federal state of Baden) made of Zinc weighing 1.31 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. In 1918, Germany was facing hyperinflation, and the value of the German mark had decreased significantly. As a result, many cities and towns, including Adelsheim, began issuing their own emergency currency, like this 5 Pfennigs coin, to address the shortage of small change. This coin is a rare example of a local currency issued during that time, and it highlights the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Adelsheim in the face of economic adversity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1918)  8000 - - - - - -

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