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5 Pfennigs - Dortmund
1917 year| Zinc | 1.57 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Dortmund (notgeld) (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.57 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#63848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding denomination in octagon centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
5
PFG
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Westfalen]Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Dortmund 1917 coin is that it was made of zinc, which was a unusual material for coins at that time. Most coins were made of metals like copper, silver, or gold, but the use of zinc in this coin reflects the economic constraints and material shortages during World War I. The fact that it was made of zinc also speaks to the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of Dortmund during a time of war and economic hardship.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Dortmund 1917 coin.