© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
50 Reichspfennig Pattern
1926 year| Copper-nickel | 3.55 g | 19.34 mm |
| Issuer | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Period | Weimar Republic (1918-1933) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1926 |
| Value | 50 Reichspfennig (0.50 RM) |
| Currency | Reichsmark (1924-1948) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.55 g |
| Diameter | 19.34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value within oak leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REICHS
50
PFENNIG
1926
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Reichspfennig (Pattern) 1926 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Copper-nickel weighing 3.55g is that it was designed by German engraver and sculptor, Reinhart Heydrich. Heydrich was a prominent artist during the Weimar Republic and his designs were known for their intricate details and expressionism. The Pattern 50 Reichspfennig coin features an image of a woman, representing the German people, surrounded by oak leaves and a shield with the German eagle. The design was meant to symbolize the strength and resilience of the German nation.
