© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Reichspfennig Allied Occupation - Pattern
1947 year| Zinc | 2.48 g | 18.93 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Period | Allied occupation (1945-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1947 |
| Value | 5 Reichspfennig (0.05 RM) |
| Currency | Reichsmark (1924-1948) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.48 g |
| Diameter | 18.93 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The face value and two oak leaves and the mintmark below between the leaves
Lettering:
Reichspfennig
5
J
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Reichspfennig (Allied Occupation - Pattern) 1947 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Zinc weighing 2.48 g is that it was designed by the Allied powers during their occupation of Germany after World War II. The coin features a unique design that includes the letters "B" and "S" on either side of a central circle, which represent the British and Soviet occupation zones, respectively. This coin is a rare and interesting piece of numismatic history that serves as a reminder of the complex political landscape of post-war Germany.
