5 Pfennigs - Hagenau (J. Kleemann) ND front 5 Pfennigs - Hagenau (J. Kleemann) ND back
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5 Pfennigs - Hagenau (J. Kleemann) ND

 
Zinc 1.8 g 19.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Hagenau (notgeld) (Imperial territory of Alsace-Lorraine)
Emperor
William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
19.3 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#320507
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB
Fa: Putz-und Modewaren (cleaning goods and fashion business)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Hagenau (J. Kleemann) ND coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was made of zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it weighed only 1.8 grams, making it a lightweight and portable option for everyday transactions. Despite its small size and value, the coin still holds historical significance as a symbol of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND  35 - - - - - -

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