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10 Reichspfennig

German Reichspfennig (WWII Zinc issue)

Nazi Germany (Third Reich) · 1941

A dull grey zinc coin featuring a large numeral 10 on the obverse and a national eagle clutching a swastika on the reverse.

Country: Nazi Germany (Third Reich)
Year: 1941
Denomination: 10 Reichspfennig
Metal: Zinc

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Overview

A dull grey zinc coin featuring a large numeral 10 on the obverse and a national eagle clutching a swastika on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during World War II, these coins were made of zinc to conserve copper and bronze for the war effort. The design reflects the iconography of the Third Reich under the Nazi regime.

Obverse (front)

Large numeral '10' in the center. Above, 'Reichspfennig' in Fraktur script. At the bottom, a small 'G' mint mark flanked by two oak leaves.

Reverse (back)

A German eagle (Reichsadler) facing left, clutching a wreath containing a swastika. 'Deutsches Reich' is inscribed at the top, and '1941' at the bottom.

Estimated value

$1-$3 in circulated condition, $10-$20 in high Mint State (zinc pest often reduces value)

What drives this coin's value

Condition is the primary factor; zinc coins are prone to environmental damage. The 'G' mint mark adds slight interest over the common 'A' mark.

Grade assessment

Very Fine (VF). Design details are visible but there is significant grey oxidation and typical zinc dullness.

Mintage & rarity

Common; however, 'G' mint coins often have lower mintage than 'A' (Berlin). High-grade specimens are scarcer due to metal reactivity.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Zinc coins are rarely faked due to low value, but check for 'zinc pest' which can sometimes be mistaken for dirt. Real coins should not be magnetic.

Notable varieties & errors

None widely recognized for this specific year and mint, though die cracks are common due to the soft metal.

Similar coins

Often confused with the 5 Reichspfennig of the same era (which is smaller) or pre-war bronze/brass versions (which are different colors).

Care & preservation

Do not clean. Zinc is highly susceptible to 'zinc pest' (a white, powdery oxidation). Store in a dry, PVC-free environment. Avoid high humidity which causes rapid deterioration of the metal.

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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

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