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5 Pfennigs - Menden
1917 year| Iron | 2.0 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Menden (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Iron |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1917
5
• ✠ • PFENNIG • ✠ •
Edge
Ribbed each 4.5mm
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Westfalen].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from Menden (Prussian province of Westphalia) made of Iron weighing 2.0 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic hardship and war effort. The coin was minted in 1917, during World War I, when many countries, including Germany, were facing severe economic challenges. The use of iron instead of a more traditional coinage metal like copper or silver was likely a result of the war effort, as many metals were being diverted to support the war effort. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic and political tensions of that time period.
