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50 Pfennigs - Altenburg
1921 year| Porcelain (brown) | 2.70 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Altenburg (Thuringia) (Federal state of Thuringia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Porcelain (brown) |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Thickness | 3.03 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, denomination and date centered in decorative arched triangle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
PFENNIG
1921
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Sachsen-Altenburg].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Altenburg 1921 coin is that it was made of porcelain, which is a unique material for coins. Porcelain is a type of ceramic material that is known for its durability and resistance to wear and tear, making it an unusual choice for a coin that was intended to be used in circulation. The use of porcelain for this coin may have been a deliberate choice to make it stand out or to commemorate a special occasion.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 5700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Altenburg 1921 coin.
