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50 Pfennigs - Weiler
1917 year| Zinc | 3.2 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | Market Town of Weiler (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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#277339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding denomination and old symbol for pfennig
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GEB ♦ GOTT ♦ BALD ♦ SIEG ♦ UND ♦ FRIEDEN
50
₰
1917
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Weiler 1917 coin was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, known as the "Inflationary Period" (1914-1923). During this time, the value of the German mark (the national currency) dropped significantly, leading to a period of hyperinflation. As a result, many merchants and traders began to use alternative forms of currency, such as this 50 Pfennigs coin, to avoid the devaluation of the mark. This coin, made of zinc and weighing 3.2 grams, was one of the few coins that maintained its value during this time, making it a sought-after collector's item today.