Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J
Germany · 50 Pfennig · 1949
The Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J is a Copper-nickel 50 Pfennig coin minted in 1949. Its estimated value is $1 – $5 in circulated condition, up to $25 in uncirculated grade. Higher-grade examples may be worth more depending on condition, mint mark, rarity, and recent sales.
Estimated value
| Typical circulated value | $1 – $5 |
| High-grade reference (UNC) | up to $25 |
| Data confidence | Medium |
Actual value depends on condition, mint mark, and recent sales.
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Coin details
| Country | Germany |
| Denomination | 50 Pfennig |
| Year | 1949 |
| Mint mark | J (Hamburg) |
| Metal | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
How to identify this coin
Start with the denomination, year, mint mark, and metal. Then compare both sides of the coin with the design notes below.
Kneeling woman planting an oak seedling with the inscription BANK DEUTSCHER LÄNDER.
Denomination 50 PFENNIG, year 1949, and mint mark J.
Rarity and collector notes
The 1949 J 50 Pfennig is a common but popular early Federal Republic-era type. Circulated examples are affordable, while uncirculated pieces are more collectible.
Compare this ordinary 1949 issue with the famous 1950 G BANK DEUTSCHER LÄNDER variety, which is much scarcer.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J worth? +
A Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J is typically worth $1 – $5 in circulated condition, with high-grade uncirculated examples reaching up to $25. Coin values are estimates and may vary based on condition, grade, rarity, demand, and recent sales. Numis does not provide certified appraisal or investment advice.
What metal is the Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J made of? +
The Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J is made of Copper-nickel and weighs about 3.5 grams with a diameter of 20 mm.
How do I identify a Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J? +
Scan this coin with Numis to confirm mint mark, condition, and value range. Also check the denomination, year, mint mark, metal, and the obverse and reverse designs listed on this page.
Is the Germany 50 Pfennig 1949 J rare? +
The 1949 J 50 Pfennig is a common but popular early Federal Republic-era type. Circulated examples are affordable, while uncirculated pieces are more collectible.
Coin values are estimates and may vary based on condition, grade, rarity, demand, and recent sales. Numis does not provide certified appraisal or investment advice.
Sources
General numismatic references. Last updated 2026-07-15.