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5 Pfennigs - Nagold

1918 year
Zinc 1.6 g 19.1 mm
Description
Issuer
District of Nagold (Federal state of Württemberg)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
19.1 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#310882
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pearl rim, with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Nagold 1918 coin is that it was issued 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) dropped significantly, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local currencies like the Nagold 5 Pfennigs coin, which was issued by the District of Nagold in the Federal state of Württemberg. Despite being made of zinc and having a relatively low value, the coin remains a unique and interesting artifact from this tumultuous period in German history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1918  15000 - - - - - -

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