50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (Kaiserkrone M. Gottschalk) ND front 50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (Kaiserkrone M. Gottschalk) ND back
50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (Kaiserkrone M. Gottschalk) ND photo
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50 Pfennigs - Nürnberg (Kaiserkrone M. Gottschalk) ND

 
Zinc 3.0 g 24.0 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
3.0 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#346898
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pearl rim, denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50

Edge

Plain

Comment

Menzel: BBB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Imperial Crown of Nuremberg, also known as the "Kaiserkrone," which is a symbol of the city's rich history and cultural heritage. The crown is depicted on the coin's obverse, surrounded by the inscription "Stadt Nürnberg" (City of Nuremberg) and the coin's denomination, "50 Pfennigs." The reverse of the coin features a stylized image of a pine tree, which is a common motif in German numismatics and represents strength and resilience. Overall, this coin is a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history that highlights the cultural and historical significance of Nuremberg, Bavaria.