50 Pfennigs - Laurahütte (Schlesien) ND (1918) front 50 Pfennigs - Laurahütte (Schlesien) ND (1918) back
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50 Pfennigs - Laurahütte Schlesien ND

1918 year
Iron 4.0 g 25.5 mm
Description
Issuer
German notgeld (Germany)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1918
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
4.0 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#344676
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Laurahütte (Schlesien) ND (1918) coin is that it was made of iron, which was a common material used for notgeld coins during the time period. Notgeld coins were emergency currency issued by local governments and private entities in Germany during the early 20th century, particularly during the hyperinflation period of 1923. The use of iron for these coins was a practical solution due to its low cost and durability. Additionally, the 50 Pfennigs - Laurahütte (Schlesien) ND (1918) coin is a rare example of a notgeld coin made of iron, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.