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5 Pfennigs - Laufen
1918 year| Iron | 1.9 g | 17.8 mm |
| Issuer | District of Laufen (Bavaria) (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90816 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Solid line rim, legend surrounding, salt barrel and scepter dividing date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RVPERTI WINKEL
19 18
Engraver: Karl Goetz
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Bezirksamt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Laufen 1918 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 - Laufen 1918 coin. These coins were issued by local municipalities and were backed by the value of the local economy, rather than the national government. Despite their humble value, these coins played an important role in helping people purchase basic necessities during a time of economic hardship.
