© 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 | 3.37 g | 19.67 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 | 3.37 g |
| Diameter | 19.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Face value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
REICHS
PFENNIG
E
Engraver: Friedrich Wilhelm Hörnlein
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Reichspfennig (Pattern) 1926 from Germany (1871-1948) made of Copper-nickel weighing 3.37 g is that it was designed by German engraver and sculptor, Reinhard Schlichting. Schlichting was known for his work on various coins and medals during the Weimar Republic and his design for the Pattern 50 Reichspfennig features a depiction of a German eagle on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a wreath surrounding the denomination. This particular coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its unique design and limited mintage.
