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5 Pfennigs - Frankenstein

1917 year
Zinc 1.7 g 19.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Frankenstein (Silesia) (Prussian province of Silesia)
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
1.7 g
Diameter
19.3 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#340007
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend half circled above coat of arms, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SPARMARKE
1917

Edge

Plain

Comment

Interesting fact

The 5 Pfennigs - Frankenstein 1917 coin from the City of Frankenstein (Silesia) features a unique design, depicting a portrait of a Frankenstein's monster, which is a fictional creature created by Mary Shelley in her 1818 novel. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item, especially for those interested in numismatics and pop culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  100 - - - - - -

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