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50 Pfennigs - Karlstadt am Main (Portland Cementfabrik) ND
| Iron | 5.3 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Karlstadt am Main (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#277569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding, pearl circle with denomination centered.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★★★
Edge
Plain
Comment
(Menzel: BBB)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which is a unusual material for coins, especially for a circulating coin. Most coins are made of a combination of metals, such as copper, nickel, and zinc, or even a single metal like gold or silver. The use of iron in this coin may have been a deliberate choice to symbolize the industrial heritage of Karlstadt am Main, which was known for its Portland cement factory. The fact that it was made of iron also adds a unique aspect to the coin's design and makes it stand out among other coins.
