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5 Pfennigs - Marktleuthen
1917 year| Zinc | 1.5 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Market Town of Marktleuthen (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#76588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GILTIG BIS 6 MONAT
5
NACH
★ FRIEDENSSCHLUSS ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Marktgemeinde, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from Marktleuthen, Bavaria, 1917, made of zinc, and weighing 1.5g, 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, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, like the 5 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. This coin is a tangible representation of the economic struggles of the time and serves as a reminder of the impact of economic policies on the lives of everyday people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Marktleuthen 1917 coin.
