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5 Pfennigs - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND
| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#344200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa.: Elektrotechnische Bedarfsartikel
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Niederramstadt (Wacker and Doerr) ND coin is that it was made of zinc, which is a relatively soft and corrosion-prone metal. This makes it unusual compared to other coins of the time, which were often made of more durable materials like copper, silver, or gold. The use of zinc in this coin may have been a cost-saving measure or a way to allocate resources more efficiently during a time of economic hardship. Despite its humble composition, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a piece of history.
