© Balestrin, Gabriel. (CC BY)
© Balestrin, Gabriel. (CC BY)
5 Pfennigs - Arzberg
1917 year| Zinc | 1.37 g | 18.00 mm |
| Issuer | City of Arzberg (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.37 g |
| Diameter | 18.00 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#296951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Legend and date surround denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGS - NOTGELD
5
★ 1917 ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Arzberg 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local emergency currencies like the 5 Pfennigs - Arzberg 1917 coin. This coin, made of zinc and weighing only 1.37 grams, was issued by the City of Arzberg in Bavaria as a way to address the shortage of small change during this time. Despite its humble appearance, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during World War I and the subsequent inflationary period.
