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50 Pfennigs - Neustadt im Schwarzwald
1917 year| Zinc | 3.3 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Neustadt im Schwarzwald (Federal state of Baden) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
PFENNIG
Edge
Plain
Comment
F#376.4 with hole 2.0 mm
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs coin from Neustadt im Schwarzwald, issued in 1917, features a unique design that showcases the city's cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of a traditional Black Forest farmer, dressed in traditional attire and holding a pitchfork. This design was chosen to represent the city's rich agricultural history and its connection to the surrounding Black Forest region. The reverse side of the coin features the denomination and the city's coat of arms, which includes a stylized image of a pine tree, symbolizing the city's connection to nature and the forest. This coin is a rare and interesting example of a local currency issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, and it serves as a reminder of the city's resilience and cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 5290 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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