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5 Pfennigs - Sinsheim ND

1918 year
Zinc 1.5 g 17.8 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Sinsheim (Federal state of Baden)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
17.8 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#353487
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSERSATZGELD
5
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Pfennigs coin from Sinsheim, issued in 1918, is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark dropped significantly, and the government issued coins with lower denominations, like the 5 Pfennigs, to help alleviate the economic burden on the population. Despite being made of zinc, a relatively inexpensive material, the coin still holds historical value and is a reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany in the early 20th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1918)  100 - - - - - -

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