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50 Pfennigs - Barmen
1917 year| Zinc | 3.39 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Barmen (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 |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, legend surrounds date and denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
1917
50
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Rheinprovinz]Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Barmen 1917 coin from the City of Barmen (Prussian province of Rhine) made of Zinc weighing 3.39 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was minted in 1917, during World War I, when the country was experiencing severe economic strain and inflation. The use of zinc, a cheaper metal, was a result of the wartime economy and the need to conserve more valuable metals for the war effort. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and design, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Barmen during a difficult period in history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 63057 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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