{"product_id":"9a0429-1940-f-german-5-reichspfennig-swastika-coin","title":"1940-F German 5 Reichspfennig Swastika Coin","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1940-F German 5 Reichspfennig Swastika Coin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 1940-F 5 Reichspfennig is a primary artifact of the Third Reich’s wartime economy. Struck at the Stuttgart Mint (F), this specimen features the National Emblem—a Reichsadler (Imperial Eagle) perched upon a wreathed swastika—on the obverse. This specific 1940 issue represents the \"Emergency Issue\" transition; as the German war machine intensified, copper and nickel were requisitioned for military ballistics, forcing the mints to switch to 100% zinc. Because zinc is highly reactive to environmental moisture, examples that retain a clear, legible swastika and eagle without significant \"white rust\" or pitting are considered superior for historical documentation. The \"F\" mint mark indicates a smaller production run compared to the Berlin \"A\" issues, adding a layer of scarcity for type-set collectors. Please see photos for the exact strike depth and the presence of any surface oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"None","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53107371868523,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/0669\/9371\/files\/2026-04-15-VQn6-EJE-IMG_4625.jpg?v=1776273694","url":"https:\/\/myconsignmentstore.com\/products\/9a0429-1940-f-german-5-reichspfennig-swastika-coin","provider":"My Consignment Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}