© D. MANN 2011
© D. MANN 2011
50 Pfennigs - Reutlingen
1918 year| Zinc | 3.0 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Reutlingen (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#25991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
50
✶ 1918 ✶
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Württemberg].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Reutlingen 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of hyperinflation in Germany, specifically during the German Revolution of 1918-1919. The coin was minted as a temporary emergency currency to address the shortage of small denomination coins in circulation. Despite its low denomination, the coin was made of zinc, which was a more durable material than the paper notes that were also in use at the time. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the economic challenges faced by Germany during that period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 286276 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Reutlingen 1918 coin.