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10 Pfennig

Germany (Federal Republic of Germany / West Germany) · 1969

A brass-colored West German coin featuring an oak twig with leaves on one side and the denomination within wheat stalks on the other.

Country: Germany (Federal Republic of Germany / West Germany)
Year: 1969
Denomination: 10 Pfennig
Metal: Brass-plated steel (99.8% steel, 0.2% brass)

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Overview

A brass-colored West German coin featuring an oak twig with leaves on one side and the denomination within wheat stalks on the other.

Historical significance

Issued by West Germany during the Cold War era, this type of coin circulated widely during the country's post-war economic boom (Wirtschaftswunder) before the introduction of the Euro.

Obverse (front)

Features an oak twig sprouting five leaves, surrounded by the legend 'BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND' and the year '1969'.

Reverse (back)

Features the large numeral '10' flanked by two curved wheat stalks, with the denomination 'PFENNIG' below and the mint mark 'D' at the top center.

Estimated value

$0.25 to $1.00 in circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition grade, presence of mint luster, and rare date/mint combinations.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (moderate circulation wear with some natural brass oxidation and toning)

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions were minted for circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight and dimensions. These coins are magnetic due to their steel core, which is a key authenticity check.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard circulation strikes exist across various mint marks (A, D, F, G, J), but major error varieties are uncommon for this year.

Similar coins

Other German Pfennig denominations (1, 2, 5, 50 Pfennig) from the same era.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry environment in a 2x2 coin flip or a PVC-free coin holder. Avoid cleaning to preserve its natural toned surface.

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Overview

Historical significance

Obverse (front)

Reverse (back)

Estimated value

What drives this coin's value

Grade assessment

Mintage & rarity

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Notable varieties & errors

Similar coins

Care & preservation

Other germany (federal republic of germany / west germany) coins

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