© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
50 Pfennigs Pattern
1919 year| Zinc | 4.37 g | 22.93 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1873-1923) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 4.37 g |
| Diameter | 22.93 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath, mintmark below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
PFENNIG
A
Edge
Arabesques
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Pfennigs (Pattern) 1919 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Zinc weighing 4.37 g is that it was designed by the German artist and engraver, Georg Friedrich Schmidt. Schmidt was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his designs were highly regarded during his time. The coin features a depiction of the German eagle on one side and the value "50 Pfennigs" on the other, surrounded by an ornate border. The use of zinc as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to other metals. Despite its relatively low value, this coin is a unique piece of numismatic history and a fascinating example of German artistry.
