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5 Pfennigs - Schnufenhofen ND
| Zinc | 1.7 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Schnufenhofen (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#353189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Schnufenhofen ND coin from the Municipality of Schnufenhofen in Bavaria, made of zinc and weighing 1.7g, features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a stylized image of a traditional Bavarian farmhouse, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was created by the German artist, Erich Mendelsohn, who was known for his modernist style and use of geometric shapes. This coin is a rare and interesting example of Mendelsohn's work in numismatics.