50 Pfennigs - Lissa ND front 50 Pfennigs - Lissa ND back
50 Pfennigs - Lissa ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Lissa ND

 
Iron 3.9 g 25.1 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Lissa (Posen) (Prussian province of Posen)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Iron
Weight
3.9 g
Diameter
25.1 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#345347
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pearl rim, with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Lissa ND coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Prussia. The coin was issued in the late 19th century, a period of rapid industrialization and urbanization in Prussia, which led to a significant increase in trade and commerce. The coin's iron composition was a result of the government's effort to reduce the cost of production and make coins more accessible to the general population. Despite its humble composition, the 50 Pfennigs - Lissa ND coin remains a valuable collector's item today, offering a glimpse into the economic and political history of Prussia during a time of great change and growth.