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50 Pfennigs - Wissing ND
1917 year| Zinc | 3.5 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Municipality of Wissing (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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#356634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend surrounding rope circle with denomination centered
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KLEINGELDERSATZMARKE
50
★ ★ ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pfennigs - Wissing ND (1917) coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, specifically during the hyperinflation period of the 1920s. The coin's value was originally set at 50 pfennigs, but due to the rapid inflation, its purchasing power decreased significantly, making it essentially worthless by the end of the decade. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for hundreds of euros.