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5 Pfennigs - Frechen (Wachtberg I, Wilhelma, Windling) ND
| Zinc | 1.6 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#321934 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Braunkohlenindustrie
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Frechen (Wachtberg I, Wilhelma, Windling) ND coin from German notgeld (Germany) made of Zinc weighing 1.6 g is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s, and was used as a substitute for the official German currency, the Reichsmark. The coin's design features a unique combination of letters and symbols, including the letters "W" and "F" which represent the cities of Wachtberg and Frechen, and the number "5" which indicates its denomination. Additionally, the coin's zinc composition makes it stand out from other coins of the time, which were typically made of copper or silver.
