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50 Pfennigs - Wemding
1917 year| Zinc | 2.4 g | 22.4 mm |
| Issuer | City of Wemding (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 | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#50487 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pearl rim with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issuing body: [Stadt, Bayern].
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs coin from Wemding, Bavaria, issued in 1917, is interesting because it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coins during World War I due to its low cost and durability. This coin is a rare example of a circulating coin made of zinc, as most coins from this time period were made of more valuable metals like silver or gold. Additionally, the fact that it weighs only 2.4 grams makes it a unique and interesting collector's item.