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5 Pfennigs - Berching
1917 year| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Berching (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 | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZ
★ 5 ★
KRIEGSJAHR 1917
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Berching 1917 coin from the City of Berching in Bavaria, Germany, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coin production during World War I due to its durability and low cost. This coin is a rare example of a zinc coin that has survived in good condition, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.