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5 Pfennigs - Schauenstein H. Heye Glasfabrik
1921 year| Zinc | 1.7 g | 18.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schauenstein (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#308605 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOTMÜNZE
5
✶ 1921 ✶
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBInteresting fact
The 5 Pfennigs coin from Schauenstein H. Heye Glasfabrik, issued in 1921, features a unique design that showcases the city's rich history in glass production. The coin's reverse side features an image of a glassblower, paying homage to the city's longstanding tradition of glassmaking. In fact, the city of Schauenstein was home to several glass factories, including the renowned H. Heye Glasfabrik, which was established in 1872 and produced high-quality glass products until its closure in 1972. The coin's design serves as a testament to the city's cultural heritage and its contributions to the glass industry.
