The value of a 1950 German 10 Pfennig coin (Bundesrepublik Deutschland) can vary significantly based on its condition and the specific mint mark (indicating the mint where it was produced).
Here’s a general guide:
- In very good condition (circulated): They are fairly common and may be worth around $0.06 to $0.20.
- In excellent condition (circulated): Some listings suggest a potential value of $1.50 to $3.00, or slightly more depending on the specific mint mark.
- Uncirculated or mint condition: Value might increase slightly but is generally not exceptionally high for most mint marks.
- Coins with specific mint marks and high grades: Certain mint marks (like D, G, or F) in excellent to uncirculated condition, especially if professionally graded (e.g., MS65), can fetch higher prices. For example:
– A 1950 D (Munich Mint) in uncirculated condition sold at auction for 475 EUR (approx. $518 USD).
– A 1950 G (Karlsruhe Mint) graded MS65 sold for $40.
– A 1950 G in very good condition is estimated to be worth approximately $200.
– A 1950 F (Stuttgart Mint) in excellent condition might be valued at $85 or $100.
– A 1950 J (Hamburg Mint) is listed for sale at $133 on Etsy.
- Coins with errors: Some 10 pfennig coins from the late 1940s or early 1950s that have minting errors (like off-center strikes) can be significantly more valuable, with some potentially being worth thousands of dollars or more depending on the rarity and severity of the error.
- Proof coins: Proof coins (coins specially struck for collectors) from 1950 can be rarer and thus more valuable. For example, the 1950 F proof has a mintage of only 500.
- Condition: The better the condition of the coin (less wear and tear), the higher its value.
- Mint mark: The specific mint where the coin was struck (indicated by a letter) can impact its rarity and value.
- Rarity: Coins with lower mintages or known errors tend to be more valuable.
It’s important to consult with a reputable coin dealer or appraiser for an accurate assessment of your specific coin’s value, especially if you believe it might be a rare or valuable example.
What is a pfennig worth in US dollars?
Great question! A pfennig is the German version of a cent, that is 1/100th of a Mark. In 1999 terms 1.4 marks= US$1 making a pfennig equivalent to . 007 US cents. The pfennig (or similar spelling) denomination existed in some German States in 1800 but it is difficult to value in relation to U.S. money.
Are German pfennig coins worth anything?
And relative scarcity in such good condition. The postwar era in Germany was a time of economic rebuilding. And coins from this period are a testament to that. History.
What is the currency of 10 pfennig?
Thanks for asking. 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.