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50 Pfennigs - Wangen im Allgäu
1918 year| Zinc | 2.1 g | 22.7 mm |
| Issuer | City of Wangen im Allgäu (Federal state of Württemberg) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 22.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#355935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding pearl circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEIN-GELD-ERSATZ
50
★ ✶ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Wangen im Allgäu 1918 coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923), when the value of the German mark plummeted, and the prices of goods and services skyrocketed. As a result, many different types of coins were issued with varying denominations and compositions, like this 50 Pfennigs coin made of zinc, to try to keep up with the rapidly changing economic landscape.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pfennigs - Wangen im Allgäu 1918 coin.
