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5 Pfennigs - Grossauheim (Fahrzeugfabrik) ND
| Zinc | 1.6 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Großauheim (Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau) |
|---|---|
| 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#311162 |
|---|---|
| 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 this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The Prussian province of Hesse-Nassau, where the coin was minted, was experiencing significant economic growth and industrialization during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This coin, made of zinc and weighing 1.6 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been handled by people from all walks of life, from farmers to factory workers. Despite its small denomination, the coin represents a significant moment in German history and serves as a reminder of the country's rich cultural and economic heritage.
