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5 Pfennigs - Cham
1917 year| Zinc | 1.4 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Cham (notgeld) (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 | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#337921 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGS - NOTGELD
5
★ 1917 ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Cham 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was made of zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it was designed to be easily distinguishable from other coins in circulation. Despite its low value, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
