5 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber ND (1917) front 5 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber ND (1917) back
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5 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber ND

1917 year
Zinc 1.7 g 19.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Federal state of Bavaria)
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
0.9 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#240712
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend horseshoed above rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
10
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Rothenburg ob der Tauber ND (1917) coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's low denomination and made of zinc, which was a cheaper metal than other coins, reflects the economic challenges faced by Germany at that time. Despite its low value, the coin remains a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1917)  10000 - - - - - -

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