1940-E German 10 Reichspfennig Swastika Coin
This 1940-E 10 Reichspfennig is a significant artifact of Germany’s wartime economy, minted at the Muldenhütten Mint (E). As the second world war expanded, the German Reich transitioned its coinage from bronze and copper-nickel to zinc to preserve strategic metals for the war effort. The obverse features the Reichsadler (Imperial Eagle) clutching a wreathed swastika, a stark symbol of the era's political climate. The Muldenhütten Mint had a relatively low production volume for this issue—approximately 20.7 million—compared to the hundreds of millions struck in Berlin, making the "E" mint mark a target for specialized collectors. Due to the susceptibility of zinc to "zinc pest" (oxidation), specimens that retain clear details and original luster are rare. Please consult the provided photographs for a detailed assessment of the coin's surface integrity and strike quality.