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5 Pfennigs - Ratibor
1919 year| Iron | 2.5 g | 18.7 mm |
| Issuer | City of Ratibor (Silesia) (Prussian province of Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#162197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1919
5
✶ PFENNIG ✶
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Schlesien].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Ratibor 1919 coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1919, just after the end of World War I, when Germany was facing severe economic challenges, including hyperinflation and a large national debt. Despite these challenges, the coin was made of iron, which was a relatively valuable material at the time, and it weighed 2.5 grams, making it a substantial coin for its denomination. This fact highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Ratibor and the surrounding region, who were able to adapt to difficult circumstances and continue to produce currency despite the challenges they faced.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 101805 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Ratibor 1919 coin.
