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5 Pfennigs - Kelheim a. D.
1917 year| Zinc | 1.0 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kelheim an der Donau (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
★ NOTGELD ★
5
PFENNIG
● 1917 ●
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from Kelheim a. D. 1917 is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, like the 5 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. Despite the economic challenges, the coin still maintains its historical significance and value among collectors today.
