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50 Pfennigs - Lessen ND
1917 year| Zinc | - | 22.1 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lessen (Prussian province of West Prussia) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Diameter | 22.1 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Lessen ND (1917) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was issued during the height of World War I, when the country was facing severe economic strain and inflation. As a result, the German government was forced to introduce a new currency, the "Notgeld," which was made of cheaper materials like zinc and aluminum, rather than the traditional gold and silver. This coin, made of zinc, is a rare example of the Notgeld currency and serves as a reminder of the economic challenges faced by Germany during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1917) | 1046 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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