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50 Pfennigs - Lippe
1917 year| Zinc | 3.2 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Federal state of Lippe (German notgeld) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#103733 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding a Lippisher Rose
Script: Latin
Lettering:
● KRIEGSGELD ●
● 1917 ●
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Handelskammer, Lippe-Detmold].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Lippe 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin was made of zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it was designed to be easily distinguishable from other coins in circulation. Despite its low value, the coin is now considered a rare collector's item and can be found on online marketplaces for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Lippe 1917 coin.