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50 Pfennigs - Frankenhausen
1921 year| Iron | 5.0 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Frankenhausen (Thuringia) (Federal state of Thuringia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Legend above view of town and church
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILFE! ICH STÜRZE !
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt].
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs coin from Frankenhausen, Thuringia, Germany, issued in 1921, features a unique design on its reverse side. It depicts a stylized image of a Franconian flag, which is a symbol of the region where the city of Frankenhausen is located. This design was created by the artist and engraver, Karl Goetz, who was known for his work on various German coins during the early 20th century.