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50 Pfennigs - Furtwangen

1918 year
Zinc 2.43 g 23.4 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Furtwangen (Federal state of Baden)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.43 g
Diameter
23.4 mm
Thickness
1.03 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#64951
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend above denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
50
PFENNIG

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Stadt, Baden]

Interesting fact

The 50 Pfennigs coin from Furtwangen (Federal state of Baden) made of Zinc weighing 2.43 g is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of 1918-1923. During this time, the value of the German mark plummeted, and the government was forced to print more and more money to keep up with the increasing prices. This led to the production of many different types of coins, including the 50 Pfennigs coin, which was made of zinc instead of the more traditional metals like silver or gold. This coin is a tangible reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1918  48000 - - - - - -

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