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5 Pfennigs - Driesen (Brandenburg) ND
| Iron | 2.3 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#338700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Driesen (Brandenburg) ND coin from German notgeld (Germany) made of Iron weighing 2.3 g is a rare and valuable collector's item. It was minted during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s, when the value of the German mark plummeted. As a result, many cities and towns issued their own emergency currency, known as "notgeld," to serve as a stable alternative to the rapidly devaluing national currency. The 5 Pfennigs - Driesen coin is one such example, and its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
