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5 Pfennigs - Koschmin
1918 year| Nickel plated iron | 2.2 g | 19.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Koschmin (Posen) (Prussian province of Posen) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Nickel plated iron |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#343848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Koschmin 1918 coin from the City of Koschmin (Posen) in the Prussian province of Posen is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1918, during the final year of World War I, when the German economy was struggling to keep up with the demands of the war effort. As a result, many coins from this era were made with cheaper materials, such as nickel-plated iron, instead of the more traditional silver or gold. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during this time period.