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5 Pfennigs - Oehringen
1917 year| Zinc | 1.23 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Oehringen (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.23 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#131267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination in center
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELD
✶ 5 ✶
ERSATZ
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Württemberg].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Oehringen 1917 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 everyday items, including coins, became scarce and valuable. The 5 Pfennigs - Oehringen 1917 coin, made of zinc and weighing only 1.23 grams, is a unique example of a coin that was issued during this time of economic upheaval.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Oehringen 1917 coin.