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© Willem63 (CC BY-NC-SA)
5 Pfennigs - Greppin (Greppiner Werke) ND
| Zinc | 1.6 g | 19.4 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 | 19.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#348462 |
|---|---|
| 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 Greppiner Werke, which is featured on the coin, was a large industrial complex in the city of Greppin, Germany, that produced a variety of goods, including textiles, machinery, and electrical equipment. The complex was established in the late 19th century and was a significant source of employment and economic growth for the region. The coin's design, which features the Greppiner Werke, serves as a reminder of the important role that industry played in the region's history and development.
