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5 Pfennigs - Mengen
1918 year| Iron | 1.9 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Mengen (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGS ∙ GELD ∙ 1918
5
∙ PFENNIG ∙
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Württemberg].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Mengen 1918 coin is that 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 plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, such as the 5 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. Despite being made of iron and having a relatively low value, this coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the economic struggles of post-World War I Germany.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 40280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Mengen 1918 coin.