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50 Pfennigs - Stralsund

1917 year
Zinc 2.9 g 24.2 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Stralsund (notgeld) (Prussian province of Pomerania)
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
2.9 g
Diameter
24.2 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#72611
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KRIEGSGELD
50
★ ★ ★

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issuing body: [Stadt, Pommern].Automatically translated

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Stralsund 1917 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic crisis in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the early 1920s. The coin was made of zinc, which was a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like copper or silver, and it weighed only 2.9 grams, making it a lightweight and portable option for everyday transactions. Despite its low value and humble materials, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1917  41071 - - - - - -

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