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5 Pfennigs - Weilheim
1918 year| Iron | 1.9 g | 17.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Weilheim in Oberbayern (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#356320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
5
PFENNIG
1918
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Weilheim 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. As a result, the government was forced to issue new coins with lower denominations, such as the 5 Pfennigs, to keep up with the rapidly increasing prices. Despite being made of iron and having a relatively low value, this coin is a rare and interesting piece of history that highlights the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time.
