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50 Pfennigs - Speyer
1918 year| Zinc | 2.6 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Speyer (notgeld) (Federal state of Bavaria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#165788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend half circled above denomination dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
50
19 18
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Rheinpfalz].
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Speyer 1918 coin from the City of Speyer in the Federal State of Bavaria is an interesting piece of notgeld, or emergency money, that was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany. Notgeld was used as a temporary substitute for official currency when there was a shortage of coins or banknotes. This particular coin is made of zinc and weighs 2.6 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar value. Its design features the Speyer Cathedral, a famous landmark in the city, on one side, and the value and year of issue on the other. Despite its relatively low value, this coin is a unique piece of history that collectors and numismatists may find interesting.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 15548 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Speyer 1918 coin.
