50 Pfennig Solingen 1917 | Coinantiquariat
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Art. number: 50
Specifications
| Composition | Zinc |
| Issuing state | |
| Year | 1917 AD |
| Technique | Milled |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal |
| Edge | Plain |
| Numistmatic mint source | Nuremberg, Germany |
Description
50 Pfennig coin from Solingen, issued in 1917 as war money. This exceptional piece features an obverse with a striking lion head encircled by a pearl rim and the inscription 'STADT SOLINGEN • KRIEGSGELD • 1917 •,' marking the city of Solingen and the year of issue. The reverse showcases a sword, dividing the denomination '5 0,' symbolizing the city's rich history as a center for sword and blade production. The inscription '• GUT FÜR • FÜNFZIG PFENNIGE' surrounds the design, indicating the coin's value. This 50 Pfennig coin offers numismatic enthusiasts a glimpse into the economic conditions during wartime and highlights Solingen's historical importance in the world of blade crafting.
Tag: 50 Pfennig, Solingen, war money, 1917, lion head, sword, numismatics, historical significance, blade production, wartime economy, German coinage, Kriegsgeld, coin collecting, war coin
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