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50 Pfennigs - Lenggries
1917 year| Zinc | 3.1 g | 24.3 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Lenggries (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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Lenggries 1917 coin from the Municipality of Lenggries in Bavaria, Germany, is interesting because it was made of zinc, which is a relatively rare material for coins. Most coins from this time period were made of copper or silver, so the use of zinc for this coin is a unique feature. Additionally, the fact that it weighs only 3.1 grams makes it one of the lightest coins in circulation at the time, which is another interesting aspect of this coin.