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5 Pfennigs - Hildesheim
1918 year| Iron | 2.3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hildesheim (notgeld) (Prussian province of Hanover) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#224021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounds Coat of Arms centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HILF GOTT HILDESHEIM ALLWEGE!
✿ ✶ ✿
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Hildesheim 1918 coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in the production of coins was a result of the material shortages caused by World War I. The coin's design, featuring the city's coat of arms and the year 1918, was also unique to the city of Hildesheim.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 100910 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Hildesheim 1918 coin.
