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50 Pfennigs - Arnsberg

1918 year
Iron 3.3 g 23.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Arnsberg (Prussian province of Westphalia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
23.3 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#312470
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Beaded rim, legend surrounds denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Arnsberg 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it was designed to be easily identifiable and difficult to counterfeit. Despite its low value, the coin remains a popular collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1918  10000 - - - - - -

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