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5 Pfennigs - Ochtrup (Gebr. Laurenz) ND
| Zinc | 1.5 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 | 1.5 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#289989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★★★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Baumwollweberei
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Ochtrup (Gebr. Laurenz) ND coin from German notgeld (Germany) made of Zinc weighing 1.5 g is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s, when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the government was forced to issue emergency currency, known as "notgeld," to address the issue. The coin's design features the image of a woman holding a shield with the city's coat of arms, symbolizing the city's resilience and determination to overcome the economic challenges of the time.
