10 Pfennig (Federal Republic of Germany)
Country of Origin: West Germany (Federal Republic of Germany)
Year of Issue: Circulated between 1950 and 2001 (Specific year is on the reverse side)
Denomination: 10 Pfennig
Composition: Copper-clad steel
Brief Description
The obverse (shown) features the numeral '10' in the center above the word 'PFENNIG'. It is flanked by two stylized stalks of rye and bears a mint mark 'F' at the top, indicating it was struck in Stuttgart.
Historical Significance
This coin was a staple of the West German Deutsche Mark currency system. Introduced after WWII, it symbolized the post-war economic recovery (Wirtschaftswunder) until it was replaced by the Euro in 2002.
Estimated Value
$0.10 - $2.00 USD (Highly dependent on the specific year/mint mark on the reverse and condition)
Care Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing as this can damage the copper plating and reduce numismatic value; if necessary, handle only by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing oxidation.
Created At: 2026-04-10T21:25:57.324687