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1 Pfennig (type 1 - large shield)
🇩🇪 Germany · 1 Pfennig (type 1 - large shield) · 1873–1923
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 17.65 mm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Melt value | — |
| Reference | KM# 1, AKS# 20, J# 1, Schön# 1, Neum Pruss/Kön# 35 |
| Collector's Key World ID | CKW-DEU-17120 |
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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What is a 1873 Germany 1 Pfennig (type 1 - large shield) made of?
Copper, weighing 2 g.
What is the melt value of a 1873 Germany 1 Pfennig (type 1 - large shield)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1873 Germany 1 Pfennig (type 1 - large shield) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.
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