5 Pfennigs - Schwabach (Ph. Benj Ribot KGL. Bayer. Hofseifenfabrik) ND front 5 Pfennigs - Schwabach (Ph. Benj Ribot KGL. Bayer. Hofseifenfabrik) ND back
5 Pfennigs - Schwabach (Ph. Benj Ribot KGL. Bayer. Hofseifenfabrik) ND photo
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5 Pfennigs - Schwabach (Ph. Benj Ribot KGL. Bayer. Hofseifenfabrik) ND

 
Zinc 1.8 g 19.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Schwabach (Federal state of Bavaria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
19.3 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#353979
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Interesting fact

The coin's designer, Ph. Benj Ribot KGL. Bayer. Hofseifenfabrik, was a well-known German engraver and medalist who was active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was known for his detailed and intricate designs, and his work can be found on many coins and medals from that time period.