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50 Pfennigs - Gössnitz
1918 year| Zinc | 3.0 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Gößnitz (Saxe-Altenburg) (Federal state of Saxe-Altenburg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#76961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Beaded rim, double line legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZ
GÜLTIG BIS
50
1 JAHR NACH
FRIEDENSSCHLUSS
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing authority: [Stadt, Sachsen-Altenburg]Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Gössnitz 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of hyperinflation in Germany, specifically during the Saxe-Altenburg state's inflationary period of 1918-1922. This coin, made of zinc and weighing 3.0 grams, was minted in large quantities to meet the high demand for small change during this time, but its value quickly decreased as inflation skyrocketed. Despite its low value, the coin remains a unique piece of history and a fascinating collector's item.