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5 Pfennigs - Saargemünd
1917 year| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Sarreguemines (Imperial territory of Alsace-Lorraine) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 19.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67442 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Lothringen].
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from Saargemünd 1917 is interesting because it was minted during a brief period of time when the Imperial territory of Alsace-Lorraine was under German rule, following the Franco-Prussian War. The coin features the German imperial eagle on one side and the denomination and year on the other. It was made of zinc, which was a common material for coins at the time due to its low cost and durability. Despite its humble composition, the coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today, particularly those interested in the history of the region and the German Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 62660 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Saargemünd 1917 coin.