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5 Pfennigs - Nordhausen am Harz
1917 year| Zinc | 1.9 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Nordhausen (notgeld) (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#76883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend circling rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Provinz Sachsen].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from Nordhausen am Harz, issued in 1917, features a unique design that reflects the city's history and culture. The coin's obverse side depicts the Nordhausen Cathedral, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that dates back to the 14th century. The reverse side features the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three horizontal stripes and a crown at the top. This design was used on many coins issued by the city during this period, and it has become a recognizable symbol of Nordhausen's rich heritage.