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5 Pfennigs - Riesenburg
1917 year| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riesenburg (West Prussia) (Prussian province of West Prussia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Riesenburg 1917 coin was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany. The country was facing severe inflation, and the value of the German mark had dropped significantly. In response, the government introduced a new currency, the "Notgeld," which was backed by the value of gold and other precious metals. The 5 Pfennigs - Riesenburg 1917 coin was part of this Notgeld currency, and it was designed to be a more stable alternative to the rapidly depreciating paper money. Despite the challenges of the time, the 5 Pfennigs - Riesenburg 1917 coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of dollars. Its design, featuring the image of a crowned eagle and the inscription "5 Pfennigs," is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 30500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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