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5 Pfennigs - Freudenstadt
1917 year| Iron | 2.6 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Freudenstadt (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Iron |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Size | 16.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Large 5 centre with abbreviated currency below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
PF.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Württemberg]Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Freudenstadt 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local emergency currencies like the 5 Pfennigs - Freudenstadt 1917 coin. This coin, made of iron and weighing 2.6 grams, was issued by the City of Freudenstadt in the federal state of Württemberg and was used as a substitute for the rapidly devaluing national currency. Despite its humble appearance, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during World War I and the subsequent inflationary period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 20500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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