50 Pfennigs - Überlingen 1917 front 50 Pfennigs - Überlingen 1917 back
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50 Pfennigs - Überlingen

1917 year
Zinc 3.0 g 23.0 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Überlingen (notgeld) (Federal state of Baden)
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
3.0 g
Diameter
23.0 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#318273
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Beaded horseshoe rim with denomination above solid line with legend and date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
PFENNIG
KRIEGSMÜNZE
1917.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Überlingen 1917 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 zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it was designed to be easily distinguishable from other coins in circulation. Despite its low value, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  5150 - - - - - -

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