Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J
Germany · 10 Pfennig · 1949
The Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J is a Brass-clad steel 10 Pfennig coin minted in 1949. Its estimated value is $0.50 – $3 in circulated condition, up to $20 in uncirculated grade. Higher-grade examples may be worth more depending on condition, mint mark, rarity, and recent sales.
Estimated value
| Typical circulated value | $0.50 – $3 |
| High-grade reference (UNC) | up to $20 |
| Data confidence | Medium |
Actual value depends on condition, mint mark, and recent sales.
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Coin details
| Country | Germany |
| Denomination | 10 Pfennig |
| Year | 1949 |
| Mint mark | J (Hamburg) |
| Metal | Brass-clad steel |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
How to identify this coin
Start with the denomination, year, mint mark, and metal. Then compare both sides of the coin with the design notes below.
Oak seedling with the inscription BANK DEUTSCHER LÄNDER, used before the Federal Republic inscription became standard.
Large numeral 10 with the denomination PFENNIG, wheat ears, year 1949, and mint mark J.
Rarity and collector notes
The 1949 J 10 Pfennig is a collectible early West German issue but is not usually rare in worn condition. High-grade examples are much more desirable.
The 1949 BANK DEUTSCHER LÄNDER inscription makes this an interesting transitional post-war coin for collectors.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J worth? +
A Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J is typically worth $0.50 – $3 in circulated condition, with high-grade uncirculated examples reaching up to $20. Coin values are estimates and may vary based on condition, grade, rarity, demand, and recent sales. Numis does not provide certified appraisal or investment advice.
What metal is the Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J made of? +
The Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J is made of Brass-clad steel and weighs about 4 grams with a diameter of 21.5 mm.
How do I identify a Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J? +
Scan this coin with Numis to confirm mint mark, condition, and value range. Also check the denomination, year, mint mark, metal, and the obverse and reverse designs listed on this page.
Is the Germany 10 Pfennig 1949 J rare? +
The 1949 J 10 Pfennig is a collectible early West German issue but is not usually rare in worn condition. High-grade examples are much more desirable.
Coin values are estimates and may vary based on condition, grade, rarity, demand, and recent sales. Numis does not provide certified appraisal or investment advice.
Sources
General numismatic references. Last updated 2026-07-15.