1986 J GERMANY 1 PFENNIG COPPER PLATED COIN

Updated September 3, 2026

1986 J GERMANY 1 PFENNIG COPPER PLATED COIN 1986-J Germany 1 Pfennig Copper Plated Steel Coin KM# 105 This 1986-J West Germany 1 Pfennig is a copper plated steel coin minted in Hamburg, denoted by the J mint mark. The obverse features the traditional German oak seedling, symbolizing growth and strength, along with the inscription Bundesrepublik Deutschland. The reverse displays a large numeral 1 between two oak leaves. This uncirculated example is a historic piece of German currency from the pre-Euro era, featuring a distinctive copper finish over a magnetic steel core. The coin is housed in a standard 2x2 protective cardboard flip labeled with its KM catalog number 105. 1986 J West Germany 1 Pfennig Copper-Plated Steel Coin KM# 105 Hamburg Mint Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition, exhibiting a brownish patina and signs of surface oxidation or toning consistent with age. There is visible wear on the high points of the oak seedling on the obverse and the numeral on the reverse. The J mint mark, signifying the Hamburg Mint, is clearly legible. The metal content is copper-plated steel. This coin was issued by the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) during the Cold War era, specifically in 1986, prior to the German reunification. The strike type is a standard business strike for circulation. No official numeric grade has been assigned by a third-party grading service. Germany, 1986, Pfennig, Coin, Numismatics, Currency, Deutsche Mark, Federal Republic of Germany, West Germany, Mint Mark J, KM# 105, Oak leaves, Copper-plated steel, Coin flip, Collectible, European coins, Vintage money, Hamburg Mint German coins, 1 Pfennig, 1986 J, West Germany currency, Bundesrepublik Deutschland, numismatics, vintage coins, copper plated steel, KM# 105, oak leaves coin, German Pfennig 1986 IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Aucti

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