© Willem63 (CC BY-NC-SA)
© Willem63 (CC BY-NC-SA)
5 Pfennigs - Laufen ND
1918 year| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.8 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 | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#84149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding salt barrel.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NOTGELD DES RUPERTIWINKELS ⊚
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Bezirksamt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Laufen ND (1918) coin was issued 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 currencies like the 5 Pfennigs - Laufen ND (1918) coin, which was issued by the District of Laufen in Bavaria. Despite being made of zinc and having a relatively low value, the coin remains a popular collector's item today due to its historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1918) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Laufen ND (1918) coin.