50 Pfennigs - Berlin (Alexanderwerk A. von dern Nahmer A.G) ND front 50 Pfennigs - Berlin (Alexanderwerk A. von dern Nahmer A.G) ND back
50 Pfennigs - Berlin (Alexanderwerk A. von dern Nahmer A.G) ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Berlin (Alexanderwerk A. von dern Nahmer A.G) ND

 
Zinc 3.0 g 24.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Prussian province of Berlin (German notgeld)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
24.5 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#319567
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB
Fa: Maschinenfabrik
Note: Always with stamp error "DERN" instead of "DER"

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Berlin (Alexanderwerk A. von dern Nahmer A.G) ND coin is that it was made of zinc, which was a common material used for producing coins during the time period. Zinc was chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were intended to be used extensively in circulation. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin still features a detailed design and is considered a valuable collector's item today.