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5 Pfennigs - Waldshut
1917 year| Iron | 2.2 g | 19.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Waldshut (Federal state of Baden) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#201314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
5
✿ PFENNIGE ✿
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Baden].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Waldshut 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's iron composition was a result of the government's effort to reduce the cost of production and minting of coins, as the value of the German mark was rapidly decreasing due to inflation. This coin's design and composition were unique to the time period and reflect the economic challenges faced by Germany during that era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 15500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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