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5 Pfennigs - Lohr am Main
1918 year| Zinc | 1.4 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lohr am Main (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83726 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend and date circling denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
5
★ 1918 ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Lohr am Main 1918 coin is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark dropped significantly due to excessive printing of money, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many cities, including Lohr am Main, issued their own emergency currency, like this 5 Pfennigs coin, to address the shortage of small change. This coin's design features the city's coat of arms and was made of zinc, which was a common material for coins at that time. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during that period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Lohr am Main 1918 coin.