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5 Pfennigs - Bad Bertrich
1917 year| Zinc | - | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Bad Bertrich (Prussian province of Rhine) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Bad Bertrich 1917 coin is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany. The country was facing severe inflation and the coin's low denomination of 5 Pfennigs reflects the economic challenges of the time. Additionally, the coin was issued during the Prussian province of Rhine, which was a significant historical region in Germany. The use of zinc in the coin's composition is also notable, as it was a common material used in coinage during this period due to its durability and affordability.