50 Pfennigs - Abbach (Portlandzementwerke) ND front 50 Pfennigs - Abbach (Portlandzementwerke) ND back
50 Pfennigs - Abbach (Portlandzementwerke) ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Abbach (Portlandzementwerke) ND

 
Zinc 3.0 g 24.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Market town of Abbach (Federal state of Bavaria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
24.4 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#323314
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE
50
★ PFENNIG ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Interesting fact

The 50 Pfennigs - Abbach (Portlandzementwerke) ND coin is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1975 as a commemoration of the 700th anniversary of the town of Abbach in Bavaria, Germany. It was made of zinc and weighs 3.0 grams, which is slightly heavier than a standard 50 Pfennigs coin. The coin features an image of the Abbach castle on one side and the Portland cement factory on the other, which was an important economic driver for the town. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auctions.