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50 Pfennigs - Suhl ND
| Iron | 3.7 g | 23.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Suhl (Prussian province of Saxony) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Pearl rim surrounding coat of arms.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Different diameter varieties exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Suhl ND coin is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany. The coin was issued in the late 1920s, a period of hyperinflation in Germany, which saw the value of the German mark plummet. As a result, many everyday items, including coins, became scarce, and alternative forms of currency, such as this iron coin, were introduced to address the issue. Despite its humble composition, the 50 Pfennigs - Suhl ND coin remains a fascinating piece of history, offering a glimpse into a unique period in Germany's economic past.
