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50 Pfennigs - Donaueschingen
1917 year| Zinc | 2.8 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Donaueschingen (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 | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#143384 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend and date surrounding Coat of Arms centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELD=ERSATZ
1917
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Baden]Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs coin from Donaueschingen, issued in 1917, features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin depicts the image of a young woman, representing the city's patron saint, St. Verena. She is shown holding a cross and a shield with the city's coat of arms. The reverse side features the denomination "50 Pfennigs" surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, with the year "1917" at the bottom. This coin is particularly interesting because it was produced during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany, and its design reflects the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 10434 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Donaueschingen 1917 coin.
