© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
50 Pfennigs - Letmathe
1917 year| Nickel silver | - | 23.2 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Letmathe (Prussian province of Westphalia) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Nickel silver |
| Diameter | 23.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD 1917
50
• ✠ • PFENNIG • ✠ •
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Letmathe 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany. The country was experiencing hyperinflation, and the value of the German mark was rapidly decreasing. In response, the government issued a series of emergency coins, including the 50 Pfennigs - Letmathe 1917, which was made of nickel silver to conserve valuable resources like gold and silver. Despite the economic challenges, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of dollars.