50 Pfennigs - Berleburg

The 50 Pfennigs - Berleburg 1918 coin was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many Germans turned to alternative forms of currency, such as local emergency currencies like the 50 Pfennigs - Berleburg 1918 coin, which was issued by the City of Berleburg in the Prussian province of Westphalia. This coin is particularly interesting because it was made of iron, which was a unusual material for coins at the time. Most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper, but the 50 Pfennigs - Berleburg 1918 coin was made of iron because it was a more readily available and affordable material. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of Berleburg during a time of economic hardship.