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50 Pfennigs - Gilgenburg
1918 year| Iron | 5.0 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Gilgenburg (Prussian province of East Prussia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#340781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1918
50
✶ PFENNIG ✶
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Gilgenburg 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was made of iron, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it was designed to be easily identifiable and difficult to counterfeit. Despite its low value, the coin is now a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 4296 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Gilgenburg 1918 coin.