Germany Empire Minor Coins Type Set - Deutsches Reich Kleinmuenzen
10 Pfennig (1873-1889) J.4, KM#4

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A decent coin for a not too exciting type. This coin old cost me about 25 dollars slabbed...these coins just aren't that popular. Financially, finding an upgrade is doable, but it's just not high on my list right now (not popular with me either). I'll definitely upgrade if a better one comes my way.

The 10 pfennig coin was produced in high volume in its first 3 years of issue. It was later produced in more moderate amounts in 1888 and 1889 before the type was retired. The coin was eventually retired at the end of the hyperinflation period in 1924. While the alloy is the same as the later large eagle 10 pfennigs, these tend to turn champagne colored and lose their luster a little more over time. These also tend to be harder to find in high grades when compared to their large eagle counterparts.