1942 Germany 1 Reichspfennig Zinc Coin – WWII Era Historical Currency – Original WW2 Coin

Condition: Circulated with dark wartime patina and surface oxidation typical for zinc issues. Please look at photos and judge for yourself.

Description:

Original **1942 German 1 Reichspfennig** zinc coin minted during the World War II era. The obverse shows the imperial eagle with wreath and date, while the reverse displays the denomination *1 Reichspfennig*. These coins were issued under the German Reich as part of wartime emergency coinage, replacing earlier bronze issues with zinc to conserve metals.

This piece comes from **my grandfather, an antique dealer in Austria**, and was preserved as part of his historical currency collection. It is presented solely as a **World War II-era collectible** for numismatic and educational study — not for any political or ideological purpose.

Composition: Zinc  

Weight: 1.9 g (approx.)  

Diameter: 17 mm  

Edge: Plain  

Mint Mark: Varies (see photo for reference)  

Catalog Reference: KM #95  

Historical Background:  

During WWII, Germany transitioned to zinc coinage due to shortages of copper and bronze. These small-denomination coins reflect the economic strains of the period and are valued by collectors for their historical significance rather than monetary worth.

Please look at photos and judge for yourself.  

Ideal for collectors of **WWII history, German currency, and world coins of the 20th century.**

Estimated Condition: Good (G)