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5 Pfennigs - Frauendorf (Zementwerke) ND
| Zinc | 1.4 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Frauendorf (Silesia) (Prussian province of Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#321530 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Frauendorf (Zementwerke) ND coin is that it was made of zinc, which is a relatively soft and corrosion-resistant metal. This makes it unique compared to other coins of the time, which were often made of more durable metals like copper or silver. The use of zinc in the production of this coin may have been a cost-saving measure, as zinc was less expensive than other metals at the time. Despite its softness, the zinc used in the coin was still able to maintain its shape and design over time, making it a notable example of coinage production during the Prussian province of Silesia.