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5 Pfennigs - Miesbach
1917 year| Zinc | 1.81 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Miesbach (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 | 1.81 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend and date surround denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ERSATZGELD
5
★ 1917 ★
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issuing organisation : [Markt , Bayern]
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Miesbach 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1924). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. As a result, the 5 Pfennigs coin, which was previously made of bronze, was changed to zinc in 1917 to reduce production costs and keep up with the high demand for coinage. This change in material was a common practice during this period, as many other coins were also made of zinc or other cheaper materials. Despite the economic challenges, the 5 Pfennigs - Miesbach 1917 coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 20400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Miesbach 1917 coin.