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50 Pfennigs - Haynau (Haynauer Stadtblatt) ND
| Zinc | 3.5 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Haynau (Silesia) (Prussian province of Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#348466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa.: Zeitung (Newspaper)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Prussia. The 50 Pfennigs coin was introduced in 1857, as part of a broader effort to standardize currency across the various provinces of Prussia. This coin was specifically minted in the city of Haynau, which was located in the province of Silesia. At the time, Silesia was a major industrial region, with a strong focus on mining and metallurgy. The use of zinc in the production of this coin reflects the region's expertise in metallurgy and its access to natural resources. Despite its small denomination, this coin represents a significant moment in the economic history of Prussia and the broader region.