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50 Pfennigs - Hohenwestedt ND
| Zinc | - | 25.4 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Hohenwestedt (Prussian province of Schleswig-Holstein) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Diameter | 25.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Hohenwestedt 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, and it features an image of a crowned eagle, which was a symbol of the German Empire at the time. Despite being made of zinc, a relatively inexpensive material, the coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during this period. Today, the coin is a sought-after collector's item and a reminder of Germany's rich history and cultural heritage.
