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50 Pfennigs - Meissen
1921 year| Porcelain (brown) | 2.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Meißen (Federal state of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Porcelain (brown) |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 3.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#64601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Allegorical figure holding grapes with date below
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1921
Edge
Smooth with a ridge along center
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Meissen 1921 coin is that it was made of porcelain, which is a unique material for coins. Porcelain is a type of ceramic material that is known for its whiteness, translucency, and strength, and it is typically used for making fine china and other decorative items. The use of porcelain for this coin gives it a distinctive appearance and makes it stand out from other coins made of more traditional metals.
