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50 Pfennigs - Crailsheim

1920 year
Zinc 3.2 g 23.1 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Crailsheim (Federal state of Württemberg)
Period
Weimar Republic (1918-1933)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1920
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
3.2 g
Diameter
23.1 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#37025
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

Legend above denomination with date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
STÄDT.
NOTGELD
50 Pfg.
1920

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Stadt, Württemberg]
Previously listed as F#83.13

Interesting fact

The 50 Pfennigs - Crailsheim 1920 coin from the City of Crailsheim (Federal state of Württemberg) is interesting because it was made of zinc, which is a relatively rare material for coins. Most coins from this time period were made of copper, silver, or gold, but the use of zinc in this coin reflects the economic and political conditions of the time. The fact that it weighs 3.2 grams also makes it stand out, as most coins of similar denomination and material would weigh closer to 2-2.5 grams. This coin's unique composition and weight make it an interesting piece for collectors and historians to study.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1920  50360 - - - - - -

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