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5 Pfennigs - Düren
1917 year| Zinc | 1.6 g | 19.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Düren (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 |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#84389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Pearl and ornamental rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STADT
5
DÜREN
• 1917 •
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Rheinprovinz]Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Düren 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic hardship in Germany, specifically during the First World War. The use of zinc as the material for the coin was likely chosen due to its low cost and durability, as opposed to other metals like copper or silver. This coin is a representation of the economic and historical context of the time, and it serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the people of Düren and the Prussian province of Rhine during that period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 50600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Düren 1917 coin.
