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5 Pfennigs - Münchberg
1918 year| Zinc | 1.65 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Münchberg (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.88 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding Coat of Arms
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Münchberg 1918 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local emergency coins like the 5 Pfennigs - Münchberg 1918, which were issued by municipalities and private companies to address the shortage of small change. Despite their low denomination, these coins played an important role in the local economies and are now highly sought after by collectors.
