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5 Pfennigs - Wittenberg
1917 year| Zinc | 1.6 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Wittenberg (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding a rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pfennigs - Wittenberg 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) dropped significantly, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many coins like the 5 Pfennigs - Wittenberg 1917 were minted with a low denomination but made of cheaper materials like zinc, rather than more valuable metals like gold or silver, to keep production costs down. This coin's design, featuring the Wittenberg Castle and the year 1917, also reflects the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pfennigs - Wittenberg 1917 coin.