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50 Pfennigs - Alfeld (C. Behrens) ND
| Zinc | 3.1 g | 24.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Alfeld (Prussian province of Hanover) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 24.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#323637 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Schuhleisten und Stanzmesserfabrik
(Shoe lasts and punching knife factory)
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Alfeld (C. Behrens) ND coin features an image of a horse on its reverse side, which was a common motif on coins from the Prussian province of Hanover during that time period. The horse was a symbol of strength, courage, and loyalty, and was often used on coins to represent the province's agricultural and economic prosperity.
