1922 - German Town of Ettenheim, Baden 50 Pfennig

Obverse (Front)

• Deep blue field with bold black typography.

• Central city seal/crest enclosed by a laurel wreath, featuring a fortified gate or tower—a symbol of Ettenheim’s historic defenses and municipal authority.

• Inscriptions include:

  • “Notgeld der Stadt Ettenheim”

  • “1. März 1922”

  • Denomination “50” on both sides.

• Clean, official look emphasizing civic legitimacy.

🏛️ Reverse (Back)

• Warm brown background with decorative scrollwork.

• Central roundel shows a historic town scene—half-timbered buildings and a fountain, capturing everyday life and architectural heritage.

• Flanking figures (classical/statue-like) add a folk-art / Renaissance revival feel.

• Large “50” in all four corners; “Stadt Ettenheim” at the bottom.