The symbol exists (hahahaha) and it is to be seen even nowadays. Go to some market fair which has been around for some time and look for the price tags, in some cases you will see not only the German penny symbol on the prices but even the German pound symbol.
Michael
PS: If you're ever in München/Munich, try the Viktualienmarkt
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