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5 Pfennigs - Alfeld (Fagus G.M.B.H.) ND
| Zinc | 1.5 g |
| Issuer | City of Alfeld (Prussian province of Hanover) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Size | 17.0 × 17.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#323654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl square with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Fagus
5
KLEINGELDERSATZ
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Alfeld (Fagus G.M.B.H.) ND coin from the City of Alfeld (Prussian province of Hanover) made of Zinc weighing 1.5 g is interesting because it was produced during a time when the Prussian province of Hanover was undergoing significant economic and political changes. The coin's mintage was likely a response to the growing need for small denomination coins in circulation, and its design reflects the region's rich history and culture. Additionally, the fact that it was made of zinc, a relatively inexpensive metal, suggests that it was intended for everyday use by the general population, rather than for collectors or the wealthy elite. Overall, this coin offers a unique glimpse into the economic and social conditions of the time and place in which it was produced.
