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50 Pfennigs - Burgau
1917 year| Zinc | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Burgau (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 24.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#299310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, with coat of arms centered
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Burgau 1917 coin was minted 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) dropped significantly, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many everyday items, including coins, became scarce and valuable. The 50 Pfennigs - Burgau 1917 coin, made of zinc, was one of the few coins that remained in circulation during this time, making it a rare and valuable collector's item today.