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50 Groszy Iron; German Occupation WW II
1938 year| Iron | 4.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | General Government (1939-1944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1938 |
| Value | 50 Groszys (50 Groszy) (0.50) |
| Currency | Second Zloty (1924-1949) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#39035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Value in centre, surrounded by eight overlapping leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
GROSZY
Engraver: Wojciech Jastrzębowski
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Groszy coin from Poland, issued during the German occupation of World War II, was made of iron, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time. Most coins were made of copper, nickel, or silver, but the use of iron was likely due to the scarcity of other metals during the war. The iron used in these coins was actually salvaged from old German military equipment, such as artillery shells and armor plating. This unique fact adds to the historical significance and interest of the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 w | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Groszy (Iron; German Occupation WW II) 1938 coin.
