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50 Pfennigs - Fürth in Bayern
1917 year| Iron | 3.17 g | 22.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Fürth (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 | Iron |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Diameter | 22.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#38823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend above denomination centered with date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
50
1917
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Bayern]Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Fürth in Bayern 1917 coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at that time, as most coins were made of gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in the production of coins was a result of the wartime economy and the need for alternative materials due to the shortage of traditional metals. This coin is a unique example of how the economic and political circumstances of a particular time and place can influence the design and production of currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Fürth in Bayern 1917 coin.
