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5 Pfennigs - Lützen
1919 year| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.6 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lützen (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.6 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGS NOTGELD
5
★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Provinz Sachsen].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Lützen 1919 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 the country's involvement in World War I and the subsequent economic crisis. As a result, many different types of coins were issued with varying denominations and compositions, including the 5 Pfennigs coin made of zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like silver or gold. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 39175 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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