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50 Pfennigs - Heidelberg ND
| Iron | 3.3 g | 22.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Heidelberg (Federal state of Baden) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1919-1920 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 22.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#43611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Pearl rim. legend surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
50
• PFENNIGE •
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Baden].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Heidelberg ND (1919-1920) 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 plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. As a result, the coin's iron composition was a departure from the traditional use of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper in coinage, and was instead made of a more affordable and readily available material. This decision was likely influenced by the economic constraints of the time and the need to produce coins quickly and in large quantities to meet the growing demand for currency. Despite its humble composition, the 50 Pfennigs - Heidelberg ND coin remains a valuable collector's item and a fascinating piece of German history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1919-1920) | 305769 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Heidelberg ND (1919-1920) coin.