50 Pfennigs - Stein bei Nürnberg 1917 front 50 Pfennigs - Stein bei Nürnberg 1917 back
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50 Pfennigs - Stein bei Nürnberg

1917 year
Zinc 2.8 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Municipality of Stein bei Nürnberg (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
2.8 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#353956
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Pearl rim, denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering: 50

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Stein bei Nürnberg 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's low denomination and made of zinc, which was a cheaper metal than other coins, reflects the economic challenges faced by Germany during that time. Despite its low value, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.