50 Pfennigs - Gräfrath 1920 front 50 Pfennigs - Gräfrath 1920 back
50 Pfennigs - Gräfrath 1920 photo
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50 Pfennigs - Gräfrath

1920 year
Nickel plated iron 4.8 g 23.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Gräfrath (Prussian province of Rhine)
Period
Weimar Republic (1918-1933)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1920
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Nickel plated iron
Weight
4.8 g
Diameter
23.3 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27626
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Coat of Arms

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing authority: [Stadt, Rheinprovinz]

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Gräfrath 1920 coin is that it was issued during a time of hyperinflation in Germany, specifically during the 1920s. This coin, along with other coins and banknotes issued during this period, were known as "Notgeld" or "emergency money" and were used as a temporary solution to the economic crisis caused by the inflation. The coin's value was equivalent to 50 pfennigs, a small denomination, and was made of nickel-plated iron, which was a cheaper alternative to other metals. Despite its low value, the coin is now considered a collector's item and can be found in auctions and online marketplaces.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1920  40007 - - - - - -

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