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50 Pfennigs - Langerfeld (Alb. and E. Henkels) ND
| Iron | 3.6 g | 24.2 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Langerfeld (Prussian province of Rhine) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 24.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278904 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding, beaded circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★★★
Edge
Plain
Comment
Menzel: BBBFa: Spitzen-und Besatzfabrik
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice of material for coins at the time, as most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in the production of coins was often seen as a sign of economic hardship or war-time scarcity, as it was a cheaper and more readily available material than other metals. The fact that this coin was made of iron suggests that the Prussian province of Rhine may have been experiencing economic difficulties at the time of its production.