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5 Pfennigs - Lennep

1917 year
Zinc 1.4 g 19.1 mm
Description
Issuer
District of Lennep (Prussian province of Rhine)
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
1.4 g
Diameter
19.1 mm
Thickness
0.85 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#69120
Rarity index
59%

Reverse

Pearl rim surrounding denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
PFENNIG

Edge

Plain

Comment

Planchet variances 0.9 - 1.2mm

Interesting fact

The 5 Pfennigs coin from Lennep (Prussian province of Rhine) made of Zinc weighing 1.4g has an interesting fact that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1917, during World War I, when the country was facing severe economic challenges, including inflation and food shortages. Despite these challenges, the coin was still minted using zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to other metals, indicating the resourcefulness and resilience of the people during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  - - - - - -

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