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50 Pfennigs - Heldrungen ND
| Zinc | 3.56 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Heldrungen (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.56 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#325333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Heldrungen ND coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued in the late 19th century, a period of rapid industrialization and urbanization in Germany, which led to a significant increase in the demand for currency. The coin's mintage was a response to this demand, and it was designed to be a more affordable alternative to the silver coins that were previously in circulation. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the 50 Pfennigs - Heldrungen ND coin was still considered a valuable form of currency and was widely used in everyday transactions.
