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50 Pfennigs - Kitzingen

1917 year
Zinc 2.58 g 22.3 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Kitzingen (Federal state of Bavaria)
Emperor
William II (Wilhelm II) (1888-1918)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1917
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.58 g
Diameter
22.3 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#165698
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pearl rim, wreath of leaves surrounding denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The 50 Pfennigs coin from Kitzingen, Bavaria, issued in 1917, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coinage during World War I due to its low cost and durability. This coin was also relatively lightweight, weighing only 2.58 grams, making it easy to handle and transport.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  2000 - - - - - -

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