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5 Pfennigs - Waldsee
1918 year| Zinc | 1.5 g | 18.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Waldsee (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#74834 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEIN-GELD-ERSATZMARKE
5
★ ✶ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Oberamtsstadt, Württemberg].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Waldsee 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of hyperinflation in Germany, specifically during the Reichsmark era (1924-1929). The coin's value was equivalent to 5 pfennigs, a small denomination, but due to inflation, its purchasing power was significantly reduced. In fact, by November 1923, the inflation rate had risen to a staggering 250,000,000,000% per month, rendering the coin almost worthless. Despite this, the coin remains an interesting piece of history and a reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Waldsee 1918 coin.