Catalogue
| Émetteur | Traunstein, District of |
|---|---|
| Année | 1918 |
| Type | Emergency coin |
| Valeur | 50 Pfennigs (50 Pfennige) (0.50) |
| Devise | Mark (1914-1924) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Poids | 3.4 g |
| Diamètre | 24.3 mm |
| Épaisseur | 1.4 mm |
| Forme | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | Funck#545.7, Men18#31426.1 |
| Description de l’avers | City name surrounding solid line circle with denomination centered |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Latin |
| Légende de l’avers | STADT・VND・LAND・TRAVNSTEIN • 50 |
| Description du revers | Wheat shaft between two mountains dividing date |
| Écriture du revers | Latin |
| Légende du revers | 19 18 |
| Tranche | Plain |
| Atelier | |
| Tirage |
1918 - - |
| ID Numisquare | 1079034760 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: The 1918 50 Pfennig from Traunstein, District of, is a prime example of German Notgeld. Issued during World War I's chaotic final year, it reflects severe metal shortages and the central government's inability to supply small change. Struck in zinc, a common wartime substitute, this coin underscores the economic pressures and resource scarcity faced by local municipalities. It represents a nation undergoing profound political upheaval, transitioning from the German Empire to the nascent Weimar Republic.
Artistry: Specific engraver details for this emergency issue are typically undocumented. The Traunstein 50 Pfennig's design likely follows the utilitarian aesthetic common to Notgeld. Focus would be on clear textual information: issuer, denomination, and date, possibly with a simple local emblem. Zinc's challenging nature generally limited intricate artistic flourishes, resulting in designs prioritizing legibility and functional clarity, reflecting its urgent wartime