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50 Pfennigs - Schwarzenbach an der Saale
1917 year| Zinc | 3.6 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schwarzenbach an der Saale (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#228474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Comment
FUNCK (Edition 2000) ► FUNCK (Edition 2012):F#490.3 ► F#490.4
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Schwarzenbach an der Saale 1917 coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) plummeted, and prices for everyday goods skyrocketed. As a result, many merchants and traders began to use foreign currencies, like the US dollar or the Swiss franc, instead of the German mark. This coin, made of zinc and weighing only 3.6 grams, was one of the many coins minted during this time to help alleviate the economic crisis. Despite its small size and value, it remains an interesting piece of history for coin collectors and enthusiasts.
