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5 Pfennigs - Erfurt (Henry Pels and Co.) ND
| Zinc | 1.60 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Erfurt (notgeld) (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.60 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.91 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#51856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was produced during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's low denomination and made of zinc, which was a cheaper metal, reflects the economic challenges faced by the country during that time. Despite its low value, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a piece of history.
