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5 Pfennigs - Hohenwestedt ND
| Iron | - | 19.2 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Hohenwestedt (Prussian province of Schleswig-Holstein) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Diameter | 19.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Hohenwestedt ND coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1921, during the hyperinflation period that followed World War I, when the value of the German mark had dropped significantly. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local coins like the 5 Pfennigs - Hohenwestedt ND, which were backed by the municipality and had a higher perceived value than the national currency. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany in the early 20th century.
