50 Pfennigs - Bad Bertrich 1917 front 50 Pfennigs - Bad Bertrich 1917 back
50 Pfennigs - Bad Bertrich 1917 photo
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50 Pfennigs - Bad Bertrich

1917 year
Zinc - 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Municipality of Bad Bertrich (Prussian province of Rhine)
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
Diameter
24.0 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#299000
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 50 Pfennigs coin from Bad Bertrich, issued in 1917, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coinage during World War I due to its durability and resistance to corrosion. This coin is a rare example of a zinc coin that was produced during this time period, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.