5 Pfennigs - Heppenheim

Reverse

Beaded rim surrounding six Coat of Arms shields circled with standing lion centered

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing body: [Kreis, Hessen].

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Organisme émetteur : [Kreis, Hessen]

Interesting fact

The 5 Pfennigs - Heppenheim 1918 coin was issued 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 - Heppenheim 1918 coin. These coins were issued by local municipalities and were backed by the value of the local economy, rather than the national government. This coin, in particular, was issued in the District of Heppenheim in the Federal state of Hesse and was made of iron, which was a common material for coins at the time due to its durability and affordability. Despite its humble origins, the 5 Pfennigs - Heppenheim 1918 coin remains a fascinating piece of German history and a testament to the resourcefulness of the German people during a time of economic hardship.