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5 Pfennigs - München (Volksküchen) ND
| Zinc | 1.7 g | 18.9 mm |
| Issuer | City of Munich (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#55587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Solid line rim, legend surrounding denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✿ VOLKSKÜCHEN ✿
5
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBMünchner Kindl, meaning "Munich child" in the Bavarian dialect, is the name of the symbol on the coat of arms of the city of Munich.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - München (Volksküchen) ND coin was designed by German artist and engraver, Reinhart Heinsdorff. Heinsdorff was known for his work on various German coins and stamps, and his design for this coin features a depiction of the Munich City Hall (Rathaus) on the obverse side, and a stylized image of a traditional Bavarian soup kitchen (Volksküche) on the reverse side. The coin's design was meant to commemorate the city's long history of providing affordable, traditional meals to its residents.
