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5 Pfennigs - Schwäbisch Hall
| Iron | 1.9 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schwäbisch Hall (notgeld) (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1918-1919 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend surrounding denomination centered dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELD
19 5 18
PF.
✠ ERSATZMARKE ✠
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Schwäbisch Hall 1918-1919 coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in coinage was often seen as a sign of economic hardship or wartime necessity, as it was a cheaper and more readily available material than other metals. The fact that this coin was made of iron suggests that the City of Schwäbisch Hall may have been experiencing economic difficulties during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 30448 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 | 15029 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Schwäbisch Hall 1918-1919 coin.
