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50 Pfennigs - Abensberg
1917 year| Zinc | 3.1 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Abensberg (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSMÜNZE
50
★ PFENNIG ★
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Abensberg 1917 coin from the City of Abensberg in Bavaria, Germany, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual imperial eagle, it depicts a representation of the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three diagonal stripes and a crown above it. This design was only used on coins minted in Abensberg during the years 1916 and 1917, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.