10 Pfennig Kriegsnotgeld from Göppingen, 1918 | Coinantiquariat
Art. number: 45
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10 Pfennig Kriegsnotgeld from Göppingen, 1918 | Coinantiquariat
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Art. number: 45
Specifications
| Composition | Iron |
| Issuing state | District of Göppingen |
| Year | 1918 AD |
| Technique | Milled |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 21.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal |
| Edge | Smooth |
| Mint Mark Location | Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Göppingen, Germany |
Description
10 Pfennig emergency coin, issued by the Oberamt of Göppingen in 1918 during the turbulence of World War I. The obverse features the legend 'KRIEGSNOTGELD OBERAMT GÖPPINGEN' surrounding the denomination '10 PFENNIG,' representing its emergency currency status. On the reverse, this historic piece showcases a detailed wheat sheave in front of a gear wheel – symbolizing the importance of agriculture and industry in the region. This coin is a tangible piece of the past, embodying the challenges faced by communities during the war and their resilience. Ideal for numismatic collectors and history enthusiasts alike. The mintage is 244 894 coins.
Tag: 10 Pfennig, Göppingen, Kriegsnotgeld, 1918, German notgeld, World War I, emergency currency, wheat sheave, gear wheel, Oberamt Göppingen, numismatic, historical coin, war coin, German history, agricultural symbolism, industrial symbolism
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