The value of a 1917 German 10 Pfennig coin can vary considerably depending on several factors, primarily its condition, rarity, and whether it has a mintmark.
- Most circulated 1917 German 10 Pfennig coins are made of zinc and have relatively low value.
- You can find them listed on eBay for around $4-$10.
- Condition: Coins in better condition (less wear, sharper details) command higher prices. A coin graded as “Fine” (F) might be worth around $26, while a “Brilliant Uncirculated” (BU) coin from a similar period (e.g., 1908) was recently listed for $78.62. A significantly rarer 1901 coin in “Rare Grade” was listed for $134.99.
- Mintmark: The 1917 10 Pfennig coins were minted at various locations in Germany. Some mintmarks, such as the “A” mark (Berlin mint) or “D” mark (Munich mint), can be more sought after. For example, a 1917 “A” mark coin sold at auction for 725 EUR in 2017. A 1917 “D” mark coin sold for 310 EUR in 2017.
- No Mintmark: Interestingly, some 1917 10 Pfennig coins have no mintmark, which can also be a factor in their rarity and value. A 1917 10 Pfennig coin with “no mintmark” was recently listed on Etsy for $128.14.
- Rarity: Coins with low mintages or specific errors are naturally more valuable. The 10 Pfennigs with “no mintmarks” (1917-1922) are listed with a Numista Rarity Index of 51, indicating a higher rarity compared to common coins (where 0 means a very common coin and 100 means a unique coin).
- To determine the precise value of your 1917 10 Pfennig coin, it’s best to consult a professional numismatist or coin dealer. They can assess the coin’s condition and identify any rare characteristics or mintmark varieties that could impact its value.
- You can also check online auction sites like eBay or specialized numismatic resources like NGC to see what similar coins are selling for. Keep in mind that auction prices are not always indicative of a coin’s true value, but they can give you a general idea.
What is 10 pfennig worth in US dollars?
And there you have it folks that’s the 1,989. Germany 10 pennig coin with a Dmint mark in extra fine condition. And its current collector market value next up talk about the 1,978.
Are any pfennig coins worth anything?
Thanks for asking. You will notice that most say “Bundesrepublik Deutschland”, but some say “Bank Deutscher Länder”, depending on the denomination that can be from 1948,1949, or 1950. The 1948 1 Pfennig are worth a few dollars even in lower grades. Anything in mint state would be worth some money.
How much is a 10 pfennig 1971 coin worth?
Thanks for asking. According to the latest data as of August 14, 2025 the average price of a coin 10 Pfennig 1971 with mark J is 85 USD. The coin is made of non-precious metal, so in poor condition it may have extremely low value and liquidity.
Which country made the 10 pfennig?
I can help with that. The 10 Pfennig coin, abbreviated 10 Pf., was a small circulating denomination of the Deutsche Mark (German mark), which was the official currency of West Germany from 1948 until 1990 and later of unified Germany from 1990 until 2002. It was equal to one tenth of a Mark.