50 Pfennigs - Langerfeld (Alb. and E. Henkels) ND front 50 Pfennigs - Langerfeld (Alb. and E. Henkels) ND back
50 Pfennigs - Langerfeld (Alb. and E. Henkels) ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Langerfeld (Alb. and E. Henkels) ND

 
Nickel plated zinc 2.9 g 24.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Municipality of Langerfeld (Prussian province of Rhine)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Nickel plated zinc
Weight
2.9 g
Diameter
24.2 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#278900
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding, beaded circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★★★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB
Fa: Spitzen-und Besatzfabrik

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The Prussian province of Rhine, where Langerfeld is located, was a major industrial and commercial region, and the coin's nickel plating and zinc composition reflect the efforts to produce a durable and affordable currency for everyday use during a period of rapid economic growth.