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5 Pfennigs - Feuchtwangen
1917 year| Zinc | 2 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Feuchtwangen (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend and date surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
5
✿ ✿ 1917 ✿ ✿
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Bayern]Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Feuchtwangen 1917 coin from the City of Feuchtwangen in Bavaria, Germany, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coin production during World War I due to its low cost and durability. This coin was also relatively lightweight, weighing only 2 grams, making it easy to handle and transport.