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5 Pfennigs - Itzehoe ND
| Iron | 0.8 g | 19.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Itzehoe (notgeld) (Prussian province of Schleswig-Holstein) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.8 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole (Hole 3mm) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#308031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lettering from obverse in mirror writing
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Itzehoe ND coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at the time. Most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the use of iron in this case was likely due to the scarcity of these metals during World War I. The fact that it was made of iron and still maintained its value as a form of currency speaks to the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Itzehoe during a time of economic hardship.