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50 Pfennigs - Hassfurt
1917 year| Zinc | 2.3 g | 22.2 mm |
| Issuer | City of Haßfurt (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 | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 22.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding legend with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSJAHR
50
★ 1917 ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Hassfurt 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark was rapidly decreasing due to excessive printing of money to finance World War I and other economic factors. As a result, many different types of coins were issued during this time, including the 50 Pfennigs - Hassfurt 1917, which was made of zinc and had a relatively low denomination compared to other coins issued during this period. Despite its low value, the coin remains a popular collector's item today due to its historical significance and rarity.