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5 Pfennigs - Elberfeld
1917 year| Iron | 2.70 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Elberfeld (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 | Iron |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.56 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#51890 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1917
5
∙ PFENNIG ∙
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Rheinprovinz]Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Elberfeld 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany. The country was facing severe inflation, and the value of the German mark had dropped significantly. In response, the government introduced a new currency, the "Notgeld," which included coins like the 5 Pfennigs - Elberfeld 1917. These coins were made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like silver or gold, and were designed to be used as small change. Despite their humble origins, these coins have become collectibles and are now highly sought after by numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Elberfeld 1917 coin.
