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5 Pfennigs - Lauf
1917 year| Zinc | 1.32 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lauf an der Pegnitz (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 | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.90 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, denomination centered and surrounded by an oak leaf wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local emergency currencies like the 5 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin, which was issued by the City of Lauf an der Pegnitz. Despite its small denomination, the coin became a valuable commodity, and its zinc composition made it a sought-after item for collectors. Today, the 5 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, serving as a reminder of a tumultuous period in German history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Lauf 1917 coin.