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50 Pfennigs - Thorn
1918 year| Zinc | 2.6 g | 22.6 mm |
| Issuer | City of Thorn (Prussian province of West Prussia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#146522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend half circled above denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
50
₰
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing agency: [Stadt, Westpreußen].
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Thorn 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in Germany. The country was facing severe inflation, and the value of the German mark had dropped significantly. In response, the government introduced a new currency, the "Notgeld," which included coins like the 50 Pfennigs - Thorn 1918. These coins were made of zinc, a cheaper alternative to traditional metals like silver or gold, and were designed to be used as small change. Despite their low value, these coins are now highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Thorn 1918 coin.