50 Pfennigs - Kulmbach (Spinnerei) ND front 50 Pfennigs - Kulmbach (Spinnerei) ND back
50 Pfennigs - Kulmbach (Spinnerei) ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Kulmbach (Spinnerei) ND

 
Iron 3.5 g 24.4 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Kulmbach (Federal state of Bavaria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
24.4 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#277723
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

The 50 Pfennigs coin from Kulmbach (Spinnerei) ND is interesting because it was made of iron, which is a unusual material for coins. Most coins are made of metals like copper, nickel, or zinc, but the use of iron in this coin gives it a distinctive weight and feel. Additionally, the fact that it was produced in the city of Kulmbach in Bavaria, Germany, adds to its unique history and cultural significance.