© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
50 Pfennigs - Wyhlen Baden
1918 year| Zinc | 3.0 g | 22.6 mm |
| Issuer | German notgeld (Germany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Currency | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#357101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pearl rim, legend solid circle with denomination centered.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRIEGSNOTGELD
50
✶ 1918 ✶
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50 Pfennigs - Wyhlen (Baden) 1918 coin was part of a series of coins issued during the German Notgeld period, which was a time of economic crisis and inflation in Germany following World War I. The Notgeld coins were issued by local communities and cities, and they were made of a variety of materials, including zinc, like this coin. The 50 Pfennigs - Wyhlen (Baden) 1918 coin is a rare example of a Notgeld coin made of zinc, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.
