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50 Pfennigs - Altena (Gebr. Knipping G.M.B.H) ND
| Zinc | 2.4 g | 22.9 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#323850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Nietenfabrik
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Altena (Gebr. Knipping G.M.B.H) ND coin from German notgeld (Germany) made of Zinc weighing 2.4 g is that it was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was part of a series of emergency currency issued by local authorities, known as "notgeld," which translates to "emergency money" in English. The coin's design features the Altena castle, which was a prominent landmark in the region. Despite its small denomination, the coin is now a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
