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5 Pfennigs - Darmstadt (E. Merck) ND
| Zinc | 1.9 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Darmstadt (Federal state of Hesse) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#320846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Chemische Fabrik
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Darmstadt (E. Merck) ND coin is that it features the portrait of Emil Merck, a German chemist and pharmacist who was born in Darmstadt in 1811. Merck was a pioneer in the field of pharmaceuticals and his contributions to the development of modern chemistry and pharmacology are still recognized today. The coin was issued to commemorate Merck's 100th birthday and is a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND | 8285 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Darmstadt (E. Merck) ND coin.