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5 Pfennigs - Zabern
1918 year| Zinc | 1.5 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Saverne (Imperial territory of Alsace-Lorraine) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 5 Pfennigs (5 Pfennige) (0.05) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
5
✶
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Elsaß].An undated model exists (Ref Elie 10.1)
Interesting fact
The 5 Pfennigs - Zabern 1918 coin from the City of Saverne (Imperial territory of Alsace-Lorraine) made of Zinc weighing 1.5 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in Europe. The coin was minted in 1918, during the final year of World War I, and it features a unique design that reflects the political and cultural tensions of the time. The coin's design includes the image of a crowned eagle, which was a symbol of the German Empire, and the inscription "5 Pfennigs" in German, indicating the coin's denomination. The fact that it was made of zinc, a relatively inexpensive metal, also speaks to the economic and logistical challenges faced by Germany during the war. Overall, this coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of early 20th-century Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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