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50 Pfennigs - Elberfeld

1918 year
Iron 5.2 g 21.6 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Elberfeld (Prussian province of Rhine)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
5.2 g
Diameter
21.6 mm
Thickness
2.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36530
Rarity index
37%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
1918
50
PFENNIG

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Stadt, Rheinprovinz]

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Elberfeld 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. To combat this issue, the government issued coins with lower denominations, such as the 50 Pfennigs, to help people purchase everyday items. Despite the economic challenges, the coin still maintains its historical significance and value among collectors today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1918  - - - - - -

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