50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (A. Herbst and M. Ostertag Baugeschäft) ND front 50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (A. Herbst and M. Ostertag Baugeschäft) ND back
50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (A. Herbst and M. Ostertag Baugeschäft) ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (A. Herbst and M. Ostertag Baugeschäft) ND

 
Zinc 2.7 g 24.5 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Nuremberg (Federal state of Bavaria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50)
Currency
Mark (1914-1924)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
24.5 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#344213
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the city of Nuremberg's historic architecture, including the famous Church of Our Lady and the Nuremberg Castle. The coin's design was created by artist A. Herbst and M. Ostertag Baugeschäft, and it was produced in 1975 as part of a series of coins celebrating German cities.